fairnessact
nounUK /ˈfeə.nəs ækt/
US /ˈfer.nəs ækt/
A law that makes sure everyone is treated in a fair and equal way.
The new fairnessact helps workers get the same pay for the same job.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A rule that stops people from being treated badly because of who they are.
The fairnessact protects people from unfair treatment at school.
3. A set of official rules that keep games or contests honest.
The fairnessact for the race says every runner must start at the same line.
4. A promise by a group to share things in a just way.
The club made a fairnessact so everyone gets a turn to speak.