marginal group

in a relatively homogeneous country or community, a distinct group that is not assimilated into the social mainstream because it differs (or is viewed as differing) in one or more significant ways, as in its religious or cultural beliefs. Also called marginalized group.

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December 18th 2024

endosomatic current

an electrical current produced by a living organism.