Targeting
/ˈtɑːrɡɪtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of identifying and selecting a specific person, group, or entity for legal action, regulation, or scrutiny.
The government's targeting of certain businesses raised legal concerns regarding discrimination.
- (n.) In international law, the selection of specific military objectives for attack permissible under the laws of armed conflict.
Targeting civilians during warfare is prohibited under international humanitarian law.
Forms
- targetings
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'targeting' often involves careful consideration of legality to avoid claims of bias or unlawful discrimination, particularly in enforcement and military operations.
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