Meaning of the word "politically correct" in English

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politically correct

US /pəˈlɪt.ɪ.kli kəˈrɛkt/
UK /pəˈlɪt.ɪ.kli kəˈrɛkt/
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Adjective

1.

avoiding language or behavior that might offend or disadvantage any group of people

Example:
Some people find his jokes not very politically correct.
The company is trying to be more politically correct in its advertising.
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