1. Social, political, or economic groups that exercise power and control over others in a society
The dominant groups in the country control most of the resources.
Os grupos dominantes no país controlam a maioria dos recursos.
2. In ecology, species or populations that are most abundant or influential in an ecosystem
Dominant groups in the forest ecosystem determine the structure of the habitat.
Os grupos dominantes no ecossistema da floresta determinam a estrutura do habitat.
3. In sociology, social classes or demographics that hold privileged positions and influence
Research on dominant groups helps understand social inequality.
A pesquisa sobre grupos dominantes ajuda a compreender a desigualdade social.