equality statute
nounUK /ɪˈkwɒlɪti ˈstætʃuːt/
US /ɪˈkwɑːləti ˈstætʃuːt/
A law that says everyone must be treated the same.
The new equality statute protects workers from unfair treatment.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A written rule that stops people from being treated differently because of who they are.
The equality statute forbids employers from paying women less than men.
3. A legal act that guarantees the same chances and rights for all groups.
Schools must follow the equality statute when admitting students.
4. A formal law used by a government to make sure everyone is treated fairly.
Lawyers cited the equality statute in the court case.