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Stereotype

Definition:

A stereotype is a widely held, fixed, and oversimplified idea or image of a particular type of person or thing.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A widely accepted but oversimplified image or idea about a person or group of people.

2. A plate or piece of type that is used to make multiple identical copies of a printed image or text.

Usage:

1. He reinforces the stereotype that all politicians are corrupt.

2. The newspaper article challenged the negative stereotype of immigrants.

3. The advertisement perpetuated harmful racial stereotypes.

4. The printing press utilized stereotypes to mass-produce books quickly.

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