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CASTE

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Caste.

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Caste - as a noun

Social status or position conferred by a system based on class

Example: "Lose caste by doing work beneath one's station"

(hinduism) a hereditary social class among hindus; stratified according to ritual purity

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
classsocial classsocio-economic classstratum
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth

In some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in the colony

Example Sentences

"The Indian caste system is a complex social structure."
"She belongs to a higher caste in their community."
"In some countries, caste determines a person's occupation."
"The caste system often leads to discrimination and inequality."
"His family has been part of the same caste for generations."
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Word Game Points

Is CASTE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, caste is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CASTE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is CASTE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, caste is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CASTE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is CASTE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, caste is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CASTE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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