ableism
Pronunciation: /ˈeɪ.bə.lɪ.zəm/
The English word “ableism” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- Discrimination or prejudice against individuals with physical, intellectual, psychiatric, or other disabilities.
- An instance of ableism.
Etymology
From able + -ism, modelled on racism, sexism, etc.
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