Word
PETA
Phoneticspe·ta
/ˈpitə/
Definition
n. Stands for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. A large group that works to protect animals from being hurt or used by humans. They are famous for their strong protests and advertisements against wearing fur or eating meat.
n. Abbreviation for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. An international non-profit organization that advocates for animal rights and opposes speciesism. Often cited in discussions regarding ethical consumption and animal welfare legislation.
Examples
“PETA organized a protest outside the fashion show.”
“The company changed its testing policies after facing intense pressure from PETA and other animal rights groups.”
“While PETA is frequently criticized for its provocative and controversial advertising tactics, the organization has successfully brought issues of animal cruelty into the mainstream public consciousness.”
Examples
simple
“PETA organized a protest outside the fashion show.”
contextual
“The company changed its testing policies after facing intense pressure from PETA and other animal rights groups.”
complex
“While PETA is frequently criticized for its provocative and controversial advertising tactics, the organization has successfully brought issues of animal cruelty into the mainstream public consciousness.”
Usage
Usually treated as a singular noun; often functions as a proper noun without an article.
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