Caste
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
in some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in the colony
Framework senses
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- in some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in the colony
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- a social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth
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- (Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus
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- social status or position conferred by a system based on class