positive discrimination

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positive discrimination, action

(Sociology) the provision of special opportunities in employment, training, etc. for a disadvantaged group, such as women, ethnic minorities, etc. US equivalent affirmative action

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positive discrimination

n (Brit) → positive Diskriminierung

positive discrimination n → discriminazione a favore di minoranze

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