PERSECUTION


Meaning of PERSECUTION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ pɜ:(r)sɪkju:ʃ(ə)n ]

( persecutions)

Persecution is cruel and unfair treatment of a person or group, especially because of their religious or political beliefs, or their race.

...the persecution of minorities.

...victims of political persecution...

N-UNCOUNT : also N in pl

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