appropriation
Aussprache: [əˌproʊpriˈeɪʃən]
Kontext: „finance“
(noun) the act of setting aside money for a specific purpose. This is like when a school decides how much money to spend on books or activities each year.
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The city council approved an appropriation for new playground equipment.
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There was no appropriation for repairs, so the park remained closed.
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What is the total appropriation for this year's educational programs?
Kontext: „culture“
(noun) the act of taking or using elements from one culture by members of another culture in a way that often lacks respect or understanding. This can happen when someone wears traditional clothing without knowing its meaning.
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The artist's work shows a beautiful appropriation of traditional styles.
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Using sacred symbols from another culture without permission is considered appropriation and can be disrespectful.
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Why is cultural appropriation a topic of discussion in art?
Kontext: „law“
(noun) the act of taking something for one's own use, often without permission. It usually refers to situations where someone uses someone else's ideas or creations as if they are their own.
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The author received credit for her appropriation of classic literature.
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His appropriation of other people's ideas without giving credit upset many of his classmates.
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What does the law say about appropriation of someone else's work?