Cosegregated

Cosegregated is an adjective used to describe things that are segregated together. This concept is most commonly applied in the context of social or demographic studies, referring to the separation and grouping of distinct populations or characteristics within a larger area. For example, if a city exhibits residential segregation, and certain ethnic groups are predominantly found in specific neighborhoods, those groups are said to be cosegregated if those neighborhoods themselves are largely exclusive to those particular groups.

The term implies a parallel or shared experience of separation. It's not simply that two groups are segregated, but that their segregation occurs in tandem or within the same overall spatial or social framework. This can manifest in various forms, including housing, education, or employment. Understanding cosegregation is important for analyzing patterns of inequality and social stratification. It highlights how different forms of segregation can reinforce each other, leading to concentrated disadvantage or privilege for particular populations. The degree of cosegregation can be measured using various statistical methods to quantify the extent to which groups are found together in separate areas or settings.