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1.nounThe state of being a minor; youth, the period of a person's life prior to reaching adulthood.
2.nounAny subgroup that does not form a numerical majority."Most people agreed, but a sizable minority were upset by the decision."
3.noun(used attributively of a party, government, etc.) Empowered by or representing a minority (usually a plurality) of votes cast, legislative seats, etc., rather than an outright majority thereof.
4.nounA member of an ethnic minority."The company claims it has hired several minorities since the complaint was lodged."