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persecution

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As a noun, persecution means the act of persecuting.

Meanings of persecution

3 meanings

noun

  1. The act of persecuting.

  2. A program or campaign to subjugate or eliminate a specific group of people, often based on race, religion, sexuality, or social beliefs.

  3. The act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)

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