Meaning of the word apartheid in English

What does apartheid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

apartheid

US /əˈpɑːr.taɪt/
UK /əˈpɑː.taɪt/

Noun

a policy or system of segregation or discrimination on grounds of race

Example:
The struggle against apartheid in South Africa lasted for decades.
Nelson Mandela was a key figure in ending apartheid.