ableism

/ˈeɪbəˌlɪzəm/
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Definitions of ableism
  1. noun
    discrimination in favor of the able-bodied
    synonyms: able-bodiedism, able-bodism, ablism
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    type of:
    discrimination, favoritism, favouritism
    unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice
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