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discriminating
dis·crim·i·nat·ing [ di skrímmə nàyting ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. recognizing distinctions and valuing quality: able to identify subtle differences and appreciate good quality or taste
Discriminating customers prefer these handmade linens.
2. differential: describes tariffs that are set at different rates for different importers

dis·crim·i·nat·ing·ly adverb
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