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单词 quarter-caste
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Definition of quarter-caste in English:

quarter-caste

noun
  • A person of mixed ancestry who is a quarter from one descent and three-quarters from another, specifically (Australian and NZ) a person who is a quarter Australian Aboriginal or Maori and three-quarters white.

adjective
  • Relating to or designating such a person.

Origin

Mid 19th century.

Definition of quarter-caste in US English:

quarter-caste

noun
  • A person of mixed ancestry who is a quarter from one descent and three-quarters from another, specifically (Australian and NZ) a person who is a quarter Australian Aboriginal or Maori and three-quarters white.

adjective
  • Relating to or designating such a person.

Origin

Mid 19th century.

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