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TIL about V-Coding the systemic rape of trans women in US prisons to try to “calm” violent men. (en.wikipedia.org)
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[–] 8 points 3 days ago (3 children)

Yes those were the original definitions but colloquial usage has shifted from the original meaning. Although these days the preferred terminology is developed/developing/under developed.

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  • [–] 7 points 3 days ago (2 children)

    under developed is only preferred in academic circles, particularly economics. most other places refer to such places as "over-exploited"

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