racial discrimination

/ˌreɪʃəl dəˈskrɪməˌneɪʃən/
/ˈreɪʃəl dɪskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
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Definitions of racial discrimination
  1. noun
    discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of another race
    synonyms: racialism, racism
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    types:
    racial profiling
    a form of racism consisting of the (alleged) policy of policemen who stop and search vehicles driven by persons belonging to particular racial groups
    type of:
    discrimination, favoritism, favouritism
    unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice
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