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Definition racial in American English

racial adjective

adjective
/ˈreɪʃ(ə)l/

▪ abuse, attack, discrimination, harassment, hatred, prejudice, slur, stereotyping, tension, violence

Example

The report claimed that racial prejudice was still widespread.

Example

The government should do more to promote racial equality.

Example

Martinez claimed he was a victim of racial violence.

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relating to someone's race

Example

The school has children from many different racial groups.

Example

people of different racial origins

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Definition racial in American English