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casta

[ˈkaʃtə]
nounfemininepl: castas
caste
1. A social class or rank in a hierarchical system, particularly the hereditary social classes of Hindu society
Members of the highest caste held significant power in ancient Indian society.
Os membros da casta mais alta tinham poder significativo na sociedade indiana antiga.
2. A group of people distinguished by hereditary rank or profession
The merchant caste controlled trade routes across the region.
A casta dos comerciantes controlava as rotas comerciais da região.
3. Breeding category in animals, particularly referring to lineage or pedigree
This horse comes from a noble casta.
Este cavalo vem de uma casta nobre.
Synonyms
classeestirpelinhagemcategoria
Antonyms
igualdadedemocracia

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
casta
Standard usage, primarily in historical or sociological contexts
Portugal
casta
Standard usage, also used to describe animal breeds or lineages

Related Idioms & Phrases

sistema de castas - caste system
quebrar as barreiras de casta - to break caste barriers
de casta pura - of pure lineage
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