인도 힌두교 사회의 세습적인 계급 제도 또는 그 구성원.
Any of the hereditary social classes in Hindu society, traditionally defined by ritual purity and occupation.
예문:
"The rigid boundaries of the caste system often dictated one's occupation and marriage prospects."
"Reformers have long worked to eliminate discrimination based on caste in rural areas."
특권이나 배타적인 지위를 공유하는 사회적 집단이나 계층.
A social group or class that shares exclusive privileges or is perceived as distinct from others.
예문:
"The political caste in the capital seemed increasingly disconnected from the struggles of ordinary citizens."
"Graduates from elite universities often form a tight-knit professional caste."
개미나 벌 같은 사회성 곤충 집단 내에서 특정한 역할을 수행하는 신체적으로 구분되는 집단.
A physically distinct group within a colony of social insects that performs a specific role.
예문:
"In a honeybee colony, the queen belongs to a different caste than the worker bees."
"The soldier caste of the termite mound is responsible for defending the nest against invaders."