Whites: meaning, definitions and examples

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whites

 

[ waษชts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ethnic group

Whites refers to people who are racially categorized as white, particularly those of European descent. The term is often used in socio-political contexts to discuss issues related to race, identity, and inequality.

Synonyms

Anglos, Caucasians, Europeans

Examples of usage

  • Whites make up a significant portion of the population in many Western countries.
  • The study examined the economic disparities between whites and minority groups.
  • In conversations about diversity, it is important to consider the perspectives of whites as well.
Context #2 | Noun

color

The term 'whites' can refer to items that are of the color white, such as clothing or paint. This usage often appears in contexts where distinguishing between colors is necessary.

Synonyms

light colors, pale colors, whiteness

Examples of usage

  • Make sure to separate the whites from the colors when doing laundry.
  • The art gallery featured a collection of whites and pastel colors.
  • She wore a dress that was pure whites for the summer wedding.

Translations

Translations of the word "whites" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น brancos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคซเฅ‡เคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช WeiรŸe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ putih

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั–ะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biaล‚e

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็™ฝใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท blancs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ blancos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท beyazlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฐ์ƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠุถุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bรญlรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bieli

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็™ฝ่‰ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ beli

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hvรญtir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒ”แƒ—แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aฤŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ blancos

Etymology

The term 'white' originates from the Old English word 'hwita,' which is a descriptor for the color without hue, reflecting light and absence of color saturation. Its roots can be traced back further to Proto-Germanic *hwitaz, which corresponds to similar terms in various Germanic languages, illustrating a long-standing use of the word to categorize various shades and the absence of darkness. In historical contexts, the classification of people as 'white' began to take form in the 17th and 18th centuries, especially in colonial and imperial narratives where racial hierarchies were established. The racial categorization has evolved and is often intertwined with social and political issues, sometimes creating controversies over identity and privilege. The application of the term extends beyond mere color classification, embodying complex socio-historical connotations that have significantly influenced contemporary discussions surrounding race and ethnicity.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,130 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.