non-discrimination
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/ˌnɑːn.dɪˌskrɪm.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
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/ˌnɒn.dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
(discrimination)
unjust treatment
Etymology
'non-discrimination' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'discrimination' from Latin 'discriminare', meaning 'to distinguish between'.
'Discriminare' transformed into the French word 'discriminer', and eventually became the modern English word 'discrimination'.
Initially, 'discrimination' meant 'to distinguish between', but over time it evolved to include unfair treatment based on differences.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the practice or policy of treating all people equally, without unfair treatment based on race, gender, age, or other characteristics.
The company has a strict non-discrimination policy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40