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No. 8,600 in French

appropriation

The act of taking something for one's own use, often without permission.

In a sentence

  • L'appropriation culturelle peut être un sujet controversé.

    Cultural appropriation can be a controversial topic.

    Describes the act of claiming or adopting elements of a different culture.

  • L'élève a démontré une appropriation rapide des concepts scientifiques.

    The student demonstrated a rapid appropriation of scientific concepts.

    Refers to the process of understanding or taking concepts mentally.

  • L'appropriation des terres par l'État suscite des débats publics importants.

    The appropriation of land by the state raises significant public debates.

    Denotes the act of seizing or taking possession of property.

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