The minority group
Example: The minority group fought for equal rights throughout history.
Definition
"The minority group" refers to a smaller segment of a population distinguished by race, ethnicity, religion, or other characteristics, which holds less power or representation compared to the majority. These groups often face challenges related to inequality and discrimination in society.
Etymology
The phrase "the minority group" combines 'minority,' derived from the Latin 'minoritas,' meaning 'the smaller part,' with 'group,' from the Old French 'groupe,' meaning 'a cluster or collection.' The term emerged to describe social groups with fewer members or less influence within a larger population.
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"The minority group" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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