Crocus Project - Definitions
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This term has many positive applications: for example, two or more individuals may collaborate on a book, play, piece of music, building project, etc. However, in the context of World War II, the term “collaborators” applies to those who aided the Nazis.
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A system of ideas and ideals, especially one which forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.
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A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or individual.
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A group within a community which has different national or cultural traditions from the main population.
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Exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
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A person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others, especially for reasons of expediency.
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A part of a city, especially a slum area, occupied by a minority group or groups. During World War II, the Jews were forced to live in the ghettos under Nazi control.
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Take over the place, position, or role of.
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Hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of race or political or religious beliefs; oppression.
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Unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses.
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Come or bring together for a meeting or activity; assemble.
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Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.
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The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion or disability.
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Seek to harm, intimidate, or coerce (someone perceived as vulnerable).
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The ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behaviour that one dislikes or disagrees with.
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A remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone.
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The position or status of being a citizen of a particular country.
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The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone.
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A right which is believed to belong to every person.
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A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.
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The restoration of friendly relations.
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A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one
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The action of subduing someone or something by force.
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The practice of including or involving people from a range of social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations, religions, etc.
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The deliberate killing of large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group.
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Regard for the feelings, wishes or rights of other people.
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Being friendly, generous, and considerate.
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Hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of race, political, or religious beliefs.
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The protection granted by a state to a person who has left their home country as a refugee.
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The belief that different races possess distinct characteristics or qualities, distinguishing them as inferior or superior to other races.
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A place or situation providing safety or shelter.
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The act of denying someone access to a place, group, or privilege.
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The practice of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might be excluded or marginalised.
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Dislike or prejudice against people from other countries.
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The state of being free from danger or threat.
Additional Definitions
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