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human rights
plural-nounC1
/ˌhjuːmən ˈraɪts/The fundamental rights and freedoms that belong to every person, inherent simply because they are human, often considered universal and inalienable. Their modern conception is typically based on dignity, equality, and protection from abuse.
human safari
nounlow
/ˌhjuː.mən ˈsæf.ər.i/A touristic practice where tourists are taken to observe, photograph, and interact with isolated or tribal communities, often treating the people as objects of curiosity akin to wildlife viewing.
human services
plural-nounC1
/ˌhjuː.mən ˈsɜː.vɪ.sɪz/Organized systems of support and assistance designed to improve the well-being of individuals and communities, typically addressing social needs like health, education, and welfare.
human shield
nounC1
/ˌhjuːmən ˈʃiːld/A person or group of people used to protect a military target, asset, or individual from attack by making it morally or tactically difficult for an adversary to strike.
human t-cell lymphotropic virus
nounVery Low
/ˌhjuː.mən ˌtiː sel ˌlɪm.fəʊˈtrəʊ.pɪk ˈvaɪ.rəs/A retrovirus that infects T lymphocytes and is associated with certain leukemias and neurological diseases.
human t-cell lymphotropic virus type 3
nounC1
/ˌhjuː.mən ˌtiː sel ˌlɪm.fəʊˈtrɒp.ɪk ˌvaɪ.rəs taɪp ˈθriː/A specific, rare retrovirus known to infect T-cells (a type of white blood cell) and associated with certain types of neurological disorders and leukemia/lymphoma.
human trafficking
nounC1
/ˌhjuːmən ˈtræfɪkɪŋ/The criminal practice of recruiting, transporting, transferring, harbouring or receiving people through force, fraud or deception, with the aim of exploiting them for profit.
human-factors engineering
nounC2
/ˌhjuːmən ˈfæktəz ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/A multidisciplinary field that applies knowledge of human capabilities and limitations to the design of systems and devices to ensure safe, effective, and satisfying interaction.
human-interest story
nounC1
/ˌhjuːmən ˈɪntrəst ˌstɔːri/A news story, article, or feature that focuses on the personal, emotional, or dramatic experiences of individuals or small groups, rather than on abstract facts, statistics, or major events.
humane society
nounB1
/hjuːˈmeɪn səˌsaɪ.ə.ti/An organization dedicated to the protection and welfare of animals, typically working to rescue, shelter, and find homes for domestic pets and other animals.
humanics
nounVery Low
/hjuːˈmænɪks/The study of human nature, human affairs, or human characteristics; sometimes used to refer to the humanities or humanistic studies.
humanism
nounC1
/ˈhjuː.mə.nɪ.zəm/A system of thought or ideology that emphasizes the value, agency, and dignity of human beings, often prioritizing reason, ethics, and human fulfillment over religious or supernatural doctrines.
humanist
adjectivenounC1
/ˈhjuːmənɪst/A person who believes in the value of human beings, their agency, and ethical responsibility, often without belief in a god, and who emphasizes rational thought and human welfare.
humanistic psychology
nounLow
/ˌhjuː.məˌnɪs.tɪk saɪˈkɒl.ə.dʒi/A psychological perspective that emphasizes the inherent goodness, potential for growth, and self-actualization of individuals.
humanitarian
adjectivenounC1
/hjuːˌmæn.ɪˈteə.ri.ən/Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.
humanitarianism
nounC1/C2
/hjuːˌmæn.ɪˈteə.ri.ə.nɪ.zəm/The ethical doctrine or active practice of promoting human welfare, reducing suffering, and advocating for human dignity and rights, typically through benevolent aid and social reform.
humanity
nounHigh
/hjuːˈmæn.ə.ti/All human beings collectively; the human race.
humanize
verbverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveC1
/ˈhjuː.mə.naɪz/To make something more humane, compassionate, or easier to relate to by giving it human qualities; to improve conditions so they respect human dignity.
humankind
nounC1
/ˌhjuːmənˈkaɪnd/The entire human species considered as a collective entity.
humanness
nounC1/C2
/ˈhjuːmənnəs/The essential quality or condition of being human; the collective attributes that define humanity.

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