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Definition equal opportunity in British English

equal opportunity noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
1

a situation in which people have the same opportunities in life as other people, without being treated in an unfair way because of their race, sex, sexuality, religion, or age

Example

The company will continue to provide equal opportunity in its promotion scheme.

Example

You'll find details of our equal opportunities policies in the company handbook.

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Definition equal opportunity in British English