stereotyped; stereotyping; stereotypes
Definition of stereotype
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : to make a stereotype from
2a : to repeat without variation : make hackneyed
b : to develop a mental stereotype about
stereotype
nounDefinition of stereotype (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : a plate cast from a printing surface
2 : something conforming to a fixed or general pattern especially : a standardized mental picture that is held in common by members of a group and that represents an oversimplified opinion, prejudiced attitude, or uncritical judgment
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The first known use of stereotype was in 1804
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