demographic-boosting
|dem-o-graph-ic-boost-ing|
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/ˌdɛməˈɡræfɪk ˈbustɪŋ/
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/ˌdɛməˈɡræfɪk ˈbuːstɪŋ/
(demographic-boost)
population growth strategy
Etymology
'demographic-boosting' originates from the combination of 'demographic,' which comes from the Greek word 'dēmos' meaning 'people,' and 'boosting,' derived from the English word 'boost,' meaning 'to increase or improve.'
'Demographic' evolved from the Greek 'dēmos' and 'graphia,' while 'boost' is a modern English term that has been used since the 19th century.
Initially, 'demographic' referred to statistical data about populations, and 'boosting' meant to increase. Together, they now refer to strategies aimed at improving population statistics.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to actions or strategies aimed at increasing the population or improving the demographic profile of a particular area or group.
The government implemented demographic-boosting policies to counteract the declining birth rate.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 19:32