Racial
Racial
Racial (pronunciation: /ˈreɪʃəl/) is an adjective that pertains to race or races. It originates from the French word 'racial' which was derived from 'race', a term used to categorize humans into groups based on shared physical and genetic traits.
Etymology
The term 'racial' is derived from the French word 'racial', which in turn originates from 'race'. The concept of 'race' as a means of categorizing humans is believed to have been first used in the 17th century, although its usage and definition have evolved significantly over time.
Related Terms
- Race (human categorization): A grouping of humans based on shared physical or social qualities into categories generally viewed as distinct by society.
- Racism: Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group.
- Ethnic group: A category of people who identify with each other, usually on the basis of presumed similarities such as common language, ancestry, history, society, culture, nation or social treatment within their residing area.
- Racial segregation: The systemic separation of people into racial or ethnic groups in daily life.
- Racial discrimination: Treating people differently through a process of social division into categories not necessarily related to races for purposes of differential treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Racial
- Wikipedia's article - Racial
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