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Word

POC

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Definition

n. Stands for Person of Color. It is used to talk about anyone who is not white.

n. Abbreviation for Person of Color. Used as a collective term for non-white ethnic groups, particularly in social and political contexts.

Examples

“The conference featured several POC speakers.”

“The organization aims to increase the representation of POC in leadership roles within the tech industry.”

“Sociologists often use the term POC to discuss shared experiences of systemic exclusion, though some critics argue it can oversimplify the distinct histories of different ethnic communities.”

Examples

simple

“The conference featured several POC speakers.”

contextual

“The organization aims to increase the representation of POC in leadership roles within the tech industry.”

complex

“Sociologists often use the term POC to discuss shared experiences of systemic exclusion, though some critics argue it can oversimplify the distinct histories of different ethnic communities.”

Usage

Often functions as a modifier before another noun; when used as a plural noun, it typically refers to individuals from diverse non-white backgrounds.

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Frequency
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