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Privilege

Definition:

Noun: Privilege refers to a special right, advantage, or entitlement given to a particular person, group, or class of individuals.

Verb: To privilege means to grant someone or something a special right or advantage.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A special right or advantage conferred to someone based on their social status, position, or circumstances.

Example sentence: Although born into poverty, he was able to attend an elite university due to his family's wealth and privilege.

Sense 2:

Noun: The exclusive benefits or advantages enjoyed by a particular group due to discrimination or social inequality.

Example sentence: The goal of the civil rights movement was to dismantle racial privilege and ensure equality for all.

Sense 3:

Noun: A special right or immunity granted to a person due to their status or position.

Example sentence: Diplomats are often given diplomatic privilege, which grants them immunity from certain laws.

Sense 4:

Verb: To give priority or favor to someone or something over others.

Example sentence: The company decided to privilege employee development by providing generous training opportunities.

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