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