caucasians
Pronunciation: [kɔːˈkeɪʒənz]
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Context: "ethnicity"
(noun) Caucasians are people who are usually from Europe, parts of Western Asia, and North Africa. They often have light skin and can have different hair colors and eye colors. It’s a way to describe a group of people based on their skin color and where their ancestors came from.
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Many Caucasians live in countries like the United States and Germany.
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Not all people in these countries are Caucasians; there are many other ethnic groups.
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What do you think about the cultures of Caucasians in different parts of the world?
Context: "sociology"
(noun) This term is sometimes used in discussions about race and society. It refers to a racial category that has been used in the past but can be controversial. It helps people talk about differences among various groups in society.
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In sociology class, we learned about the history of Caucasians and other racial groups.
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Some people do not like using the term Caucasians because it can be seen as outdated or not accurate.
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Why do you think the term Caucasians is still used in some discussions about race?
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