GLOSSARY: Assimilation

The process of a person or group from one culture (A) adopting the customs of another culture (B). Assimilation is complete when the members of (A) completely blend in with and become indistinguishable from the members of (B). Assimilation can be voluntary or coerced, can occur consciously or unconsciously, and can take place quickly or over a long period of time.


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