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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A member of an ethnic minority.
  • Any subgroup that does not form a numerical majority.
  • used attributively of a party, government, &c. Empowered by or representing a minority (usually a plurality) of votes cast, legislative seats, ''&c.'', rather than an outright majority thereof.
  • Youth; period or condition of a person prior to reaching adulthood.

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