SEGREGATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Segregation.
Segregation - as a noun
(genetics) the separation of paired alleles during meiosis so that members of each pair of alleles appear in different gametes
A social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
separatismHypernyms (Closely Related)
social organisationsocial organizationsocial structuresocial systemstructureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of segregating or sequestering
Example: "Sequestration of the jury"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sequestrationAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
integrationExample Sentences
"The school board implemented policies to promote racial segregation."
"The community fought against housing segregation and discrimination."
"The city faced protests against the segregation of public transportation."
"The Civil Rights Movement aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination."
"The segregation of prisoners based on their crimes helps maintain security."
Word Game Points
Is SEGREGATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, segregation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SEGREGATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SEGREGATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, segregation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSEGREGATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is SEGREGATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, segregation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSEGREGATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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