affirmative action


Definition: Meaning of, affirmative action in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈfəːmətɪv ˈakʃ(ə)n /

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  1. the practice of choosing people for a job, college etc who are usually treated unfairly because of their race, sex etc [=  positive discrimination British English]
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