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literacy

lit·er·a·cy [ líttərəssee, líttrəssee ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. ability to read and write: the ability to read and write to a competent level

2. skill in particular subject: knowledge of or competence in a subject or area of activity
computer literacy
emotional literacy

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