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discrimination /dis·crim·i·na·tion/ (-krim″ĭ-na´shun) the making of a fine distinction.

discrimination

[diskrim′inā′shən]

Etymology: L, discrimen, division

the act of distinguishing or differentiating. The ability to distinguish between touch or pressure at two nearby points on the body is known as two-point discrimination.

Discrimination

Neurology Distinction between groups
Vox populi The creating of an often negatively biased distinction between groups

discrimination [dis-krim″ĭ-na´shun]

1. the making of fine distinctions.

2. actions based on preconceived opinions without consideration of facts.

right-left discrimination the ability to differentiate one side of the body from the other.

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