Le groupe minoritaire
Example: Le groupe minoritaire a influencé la politique locale pendant longtemps.
Definition
"Le groupe minoritaire" refers to a smaller subset within a larger population, distinguished by unique characteristics such as ethnicity, culture, or beliefs, which often holds less power or influence compared to the majority group in historical or social contexts.
Etymology
The phrase "le groupe minoritaire" comes from French, where "groupe" means a collection or assembly, and "minoritaire" derives from "minorité," meaning minority. It literally translates to 'the minority group,' highlighting its role as a smaller faction within a larger whole.
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