zung2 zuk6 cing1 sai2種族清洗种族清洗
Jyutpingzung2 zuk6 cing1 sai2
Yalejúng juhk chīng sái
Definition
Ethnic cleansing; the systematic forced removal or mass murder of an ethnic group from a territory.
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How it's used
This term is a formal, academic, and political label used primarily in news reports, historical discussions, and human rights discourse. It carries a heavy, grave tone and is never used in casual conversation to describe minor conflicts or interpersonal disagreements. Using it to describe non-systemic violence can come across as hyperbolic or insensitive.
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zung1宗jūngExamples
Many instances of ethnic cleansing have occurred throughout history.
Which country would allow ethnic cleansing to happen?
Related words
Common phrases
to initiate ethnic cleansing
to prevent ethnic cleansing
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