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agism

UK/'eɪdʒɪzəm/US/'eidʒizm/

Definitions

n.

Discrimination or prejudice against people on the basis of age

年龄歧视

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=agism

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Age discrimination, or agism, remains a problem in hiring practices.

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