caste
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A rigid social class that a person is born into and usually cannot leave.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The novel examines how _____ shaped every part of the character's daily life."
Answer: caste
In your own words, what does "caste" mean?
A rigid social class that a person is born into and usually cannot leave.
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