Definition of "pogrom" [pogrom]

• An organized, often officially encouraged massacre or persecution of a minority group, especially one conducted against Jews. (noun)

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• "January 10th, 2010 at 3: 32 pm tombaker says: pogrom is the new freedom!"
• "I don't want to use the word pogrom, it would be too strong."
• "A word pogrom is used mostly in relation with a form of riot directed against a particular group, whether ethnic, religious, or other, and characterized by the killing and destruction of their homes, businesses, and religious centers."