Meaning of the word "ethnic cleansing" in English

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

ethnic cleansing

US /ˈɛθnɪk ˈklɛnzɪŋ/
UK /ˈɛθnɪk ˈklɛnzɪŋ/

Noun

the expulsion, killing, or other efforts to eliminate an ethnic group from a particular area, often through violence or intimidation

Example:
The international community condemned the acts of ethnic cleansing.
Reports of widespread ethnic cleansing shocked the world.