Noun

(countable) A methodology and activities associated with running a government, an organization, or a movement.

* 1996 , Jan Jindy Pettman, Worlding Women: A feminist international politics , pages ix-x:

There are by now many feminisms (Tong, 1989; Humm, 1992). [...] They are in shifting alliance or contest with postmodern critiques, which at times seem to threaten the very category 'women' and its possibilities for a feminist politics .

(countable) The profession of conducting political affairs.

''He made a career out of politics .

(countable) One's political stands and opinions.

Their politics are clear from the bumper stickers on their cars.

(uncountable) Political maneuvers or diplomacy between people, groups, or organizations, especially involving power, influence or conflict.

There's too much politics in this organization.

Noun

(en-noun)

(clinical psychology) Pervasive neurological disorder that is observable in early childhood and persists throughout the lifespan, characterised by atypical communication, language development, eye contact, and sensory experiences.

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(clinical psychology) generalization of the specific to a range