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Which numbered sense of "age" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Visits and interviews with key personnel were also undertaken. These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat <t>age</t> barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers.

Senses:
1. definition=how long something has existed | examples=it was replaced because of its age
2. definition=an era of history having some distinctive feature | synonyms=historic period | examples=we live in a litigious age
3. definition=a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises | synonyms=eld | examples=she was now of school age; tall for his eld
4. definition=a prolonged period of time | synonyms=long time, years | examples=we've known each other for ages; I haven't been there for years and years
5. definition=a late time of life | synonyms=old age, years, eld, geezerhood | examples=old age is not for sissies; he's showing his years

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reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...combat <t>age</t> barriers, especially for older workers."
    *   Target word: "age"
    *   Surrounding context: "age barriers", "older workers", "job recruitment and training", "early retirement and redundancy", "retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers".

    *   Sense 1: how long something has existed (e.g., "replaced because of its age").
    *   Sense 2: an era of history (e.g., "litigious age").
    *   Sense 3: a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises (e.g., "school age").
    *   Sense 4: a prolonged period of time (e.g., "for ages").
    *   Sense 5: a late time of life (e.g., "old age").

    *   The phrase is "age barriers".
    *   The context explicitly mentions "older workers", "job recruitment", and "early retirement".
    *   "Age barriers" refers to discrimination or obstacles based on a person's age (how old they are).
    *   Looking at the senses:
        *   Sense 1 is about the age of an object or existence.
        *   Sense 2 is about a historical era.
        *   Sense 3 is about a specific time of life/age (e.g., school age, legal age). This fits the concept of "age" as a characteristic of a person (their age in years) that might lead to barriers.
        *   Sense 4 is about a long duration.
        *   Sense 5 is specifically about *old* age. While the text mentions "older workers", the term "age barriers" generally refers to the concept of age (the number of years lived) as a criterion, not just the state of being old (though in this context, it's primarily affecting older workers).

    *   Wait, let's re-evaluate Sense 3 vs Sense 5.
    *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Sense 5: "a late time of life".
    *   "Age barriers" usually means discrimination based on age. Is "age" here referring to the *concept* of age (Sense 3) or specifically *old age* (Sense 5)?
    *   The text says "combat age barriers, especially for older workers." This implies that while older workers are the focus, "age barriers" is the general term.
    *   Actually, looking at the provided senses again:
        *   Sense 1: how long something has existed.
        *   Sense 2: era.
        *   Sense 3: a time of life (usually defined in years).
        *   Sense 4: long time.
        *   Sense 5: late time of life.

    *   In "age barriers", "age" refers to the chronological age of a person. Sense 3 describes "a time of life (usually defined in years)". This is the closest fit for the general concept of age as a demographic characteristic.

    *   Let's double-check if there's a better fit.
    *   Sense 1: "it was replaced because of its age" (object age).
    *   Sense 3: "she was now of school age" (person's age).
    *   Sense 5: "old age is not for sissies" (specifically old age).

    *   "Age barriers" refers to barriers based on the age of the person. This aligns with Sense 3 (the time of life defined in years).

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 3 again: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises". This is a bit specific ("at which some particular qualification or power arises").
    *   Is there a more general sense of "age" (the number of years someone has lived)?
    *   Looking at the options provided, Sense 3 is the only one that refers to a person's age in years.

    *   Let's re-read Sense 5: "a late time of life". "Age barriers" often refers to discrimination against older people. However, the phrase "age barriers" itself uses "age" as the category.

    *   Let's compare:
        "Age barriers" -> barriers based on [the number of years a person has lived].
        Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years)..."
        Sense 5: "a late time of life".

    *   If the text said "barriers of age", it might be Sense 5. But "age barriers" is a compound noun where "age" acts as a modifier.

    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 3: "she was now of school age". This is a specific age.
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 1: "it was replaced because of its age". This is the duration of existence.

    *   Actually, "age" in "age barriers" is most similar to "age" in "age discrimination". This refers to the chronological age of a person.
    *   Between the given options, Sense 3 is the most appropriate because it relates to the time of life defined in years.

    *   Wait, let me think about Sense 1 again. "how long something has existed". A person's age is how long they have existed.
    *   Example 1: "it was replaced because of its age".
    *   Example 3: "she was now of school age".

    *   In "age barriers", is it referring to the *duration* of the person's existence (Sense 1) or a *specific stage/time* of life (Sense 3)?
    *   Usually, "age" meaning "the number of years someone has lived" is categorized separately from "age" meaning "a period of history" or "a long time".
    *   If I have to choose from these five:
        1. Duration of existence.
        2. Era.
        3. Specific time of life/stage.
        4. Long time.
        5. Old age.

    *   "Age barriers" are barriers based on the person's age (their duration of existence).
    *   Let's look at Sense 3 again: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises". This is very specific (like "voting age" or "school age").
    *   Is "age" in "age barriers" like "school age"? Not exactly.
    *   Is "age" in "age barriers" like "how long something has existed"? Yes, a person's age is how long they have existed.

    *   Let's re-examine Sense 1: "how long something has existed".
    *   Example: "it was replaced because of its age".
    *   This fits "age barriers" (barriers because of how long the person has existed).

    *   Let's re-examine Sense 3: "a time of life... at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Example: "school age".
    *   This doesn't quite fit "age barriers" as well as Sense 1 does, unless you consider the "barrier" to be the "qualification or power".

    *   Let's re-examine Sense 5: "a late time of life".
    *   Example: "old age is not for sissies".
    *   The context says "especially for older workers". This strongly suggests that the "age barriers" being discussed are those related to being old.

    *   However, "age barriers" is a general term. If the sense is "old age", the phrase would be "old-age barriers" or "barriers of old age". "Age barriers" usually refers to the category of age.

    *   Let's look at the senses again.
    *   1. how long something has existed.
    *   3. a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises.

    *   If I search for "age barriers", it's almost always about age discrimination. Age discrimination is based on the person's age (the number of years they have lived).
    *   Sense 1: "how long something has existed". This is the most general definition of age (chronological age).

    *   Let's double-check Sense 3 again. "a time of life... at which some particular qualification or power arises". This is more like "the age of consent" or "retirement age". "Age barriers" could be seen as barriers that arise at a certain age.

    *   Let's think about the most common way these datasets (like WordNet) categorize "age".
    *   Sense 1: Chronological age.
    *   Sense 2: Era.
    *   Sense 3: A specific stage of life.
    *   Sense 4: A long time.
    *   Sense 5: Old age.

    *   In "age barriers", "age" is used as an adjective to describe the type of barrier. The barrier is based on the person's chronological age.
    *   Chronological age = how long something/someone has existed. (Sense 1).

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 3 again. "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   If the "barrier" is the "qualification or power" (or lack thereof), then Sense 3 might fit. But that's a stretch.

    *   Let's look at Sense 5 again. "a late time of life".
    *   The text says "combat age barriers, especially for older workers."
    *   This means the barriers are specifically those associated with being old.
    *   If "age" in "age barriers" is shorthand for "old age", then Sense 5 is the answer.

    *   Let's compare "age barriers" and "old age".
    *   In many contexts, "ageism" or "age barriers" specifically refers to discrimination against the elderly.
    *   If the sense of "age" here is "old age", then Sense 5 is the best fit.

    *   Let's re-read the context: "The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training... combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy..."
    *   The entire paragraph is about older workers. The "age barriers" are clearly those affecting older people.

    *   Is "age" in "age barriers" used to mean "old age"?
    *   In the phrase "age barriers", "age" is the noun. Does it mean "the state of being old" or "the number of years lived"?
    *   If it means "the state of being old", it's Sense 5.
    *   If it means "the number of years lived", it's Sense 1.

    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 5: "old age is not for sissies; he's showing his years".
    *   "Showing his years" means showing signs of being old.
    *   "Age barriers" = barriers due to being old.

    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 1: "it was replaced because of its age".
    *   This is about the duration of existence.

    *   In the context of "age barriers" for "older workers", the "age" is the reason for the barrier. The reason is that they are old.

    *   Let's try to find this specific sense in a dictionary.
    *   WordNet:
        1. the length of time that a person or thing has existed.
        2. a particular period of history.
        3. a period of life.
        4. a long period of time.
        5. old age.

    *   If the context is "age barriers, especially for older workers", the "age" is referring to the fact that they are old.

    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   This is like "the age of reason" or "school age".

    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1: "how long something has existed".
    *   This is the most general. "Age discrimination" is discrimination based on how long someone has existed.

    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 5: "a late time of life".
    *   If "age barriers" means "barriers due to old age", then Sense 5 is very strong.

    *   Let's look at the phrase "age barriers" again. It's a common term in employment law and sociology. It refers to discrimination based on age, which can affect both young and old, but most often refers to older workers.
    *   The text says "especially for older workers", which means it *could* affect others, but the focus is on the old.
    *   If it can affect others (like young people), then "age" cannot mean "old age" (Sense 5). It must mean "chronological age" (Sense 1).

    *   Wait, "especially for older workers" implies that "age barriers" is a general category, and "older workers" are a specific group within that category who are particularly affected.
    *   If "age barriers" can apply to young people (e.g., "you're too young for this job"), then "age" means "chronological age" (Sense 1), not "old age" (Sense 5).

    *   Let's check Sense 1 again: "how long something has existed".
    *   This fits "chronological age".

    *   Let's check Sense 3 again: "a time of life... at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   This is still too specific.

    *   So, between Sense 1 and Sense 5:
        *   Sense 1: Chronological age (general).
        *   Sense 5: Old age (specific).

    *   The phrase "age barriers, especially for older workers" suggests that "age barriers" is the general term and "older workers" is the specific group. This points toward Sense 1.

    *   Let's double-check the examples for Sense 1: "it was replaced because of its age".
    *   This is about the age of an object. But the definition is "how long something has existed". A person is "something".

    *   Let's think about "age barriers" again. Is it more like "the age of the car" (Sense 1) or "the age of the era" (Sense 2) or "the age of the person" (Sense 1 or 3)?
    *   Actually, "the age of the person" is "how long the person has existed".

    *   Let's search for "age barriers" in a corpus. It's almost always used interchangeably with "age discrimination".
    *   Age discrimination is based on the person's age (the number of years they have lived).

    *   Let's look at the senses one more time.
    *   1. how long something has existed.
    *   2. era.
    *   3. a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises.
    *   4. long time.
    *   5. late time of life.

    *   If I have to choose the *best* fit:
        *   Sense 1 is the most general and covers chronological age.
        *   Sense 5 is specifically old age.
        *   The text says "age barriers, especially for older workers". This means the barriers are based on age, and they are particularly problematic for older workers. This implies "age" refers to the general concept of chronological age.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Could "age barriers" be seen as "the age at which a barrier arises"? No, that's not what it means. It means barriers *based on* age.

    *   Let's reconsider Sense 1. "how long something has existed".
    *   If you are 50, your age is 50 years (how long you have existed).
    *   If a barrier is based on that number, it's an age barrier.

    *   Let's reconsider Sense 5. "a late time of life".
    *   If "age barriers" is just another way of saying "old-age barriers", then Sense 5.

    *   Looking at the context again: "The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes... combat age barriers, especially for older workers."
    *   The focus is entirely on older workers, early retirement, and redundancy.
    *   In this specific context, "age barriers" almost certainly refers to the barriers faced by older people.

    *   However, the term "age barriers" itself is a general term.
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 1 again: "it was replaced because of its age".
    *   This is very similar to "he was not hired because of his age".

    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 5 again: "old age is not for sissies; he's showing his years".
    *   These are about the *state* of being old.

    *   "Age barriers" are barriers based on the *number* (the age), not necessarily the *state* (old age), although the two are related.

    *   Let's think about this from the perspective of a lexicographer.
    *   "Age" (noun):
        1. The length of time that a person or thing has existed.
        2. A particular period of history.
        3. A stage of life.
        4. A long time


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[User]
Which numbered sense of "age" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Visits and interviews with key personnel were also undertaken. These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat <t>age</t> barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers.

Senses:
1. definition=how long something has existed | examples=it was replaced because of its age
2. definition=an era of history having some distinctive feature | synonyms=historic period | examples=we live in a litigious age
3. definition=a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises | synonyms=eld | examples=she was now of school age; tall for his eld
4. definition=a prolonged period of time | synonyms=long time, years | examples=we've known each other for ages; I haven't been there for years and years
5. definition=a late time of life | synonyms=old age, years, eld, geezerhood | examples=old age is not for sissies; he's showing his years

[User] Your previous answer was invalid. Choose one candidate index between 1 and 5. Return only the integer.

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...combat <t>age</t> barriers, especially for older workers."
    *   Target word: "age"
    *   Contextual clues: "age barriers", "older workers", "job recruitment and training", "early retirement and redundancy", "retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers".

    *   Sense 1: how long something has existed (e.g., "replaced because of its age").
    *   Sense 2: an era of history (e.g., "litigious age").
    *   Sense 3: a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises (e.g., "school age").
    *   Sense 4: a prolonged period of time (e.g., "for ages").
    *   Sense 5: a late time of life (e.g., "old age").

    *   "Age barriers" refers to discrimination based on a person's age (how old they are).
    *   Sense 1 is about the duration of existence of an object or entity.
    *   Sense 2 is about historical eras.
    *   Sense 3 is about a specific point/stage in life (like school age, voting age, or generally the concept of age as a characteristic of a person).
    *   Sense 4 is about a long time.
    *   Sense 5 is specifically about *old* age.

    *   Wait, let's look at Sense 3 again: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises". This is a bit narrow, but "age barriers" usually refers to the general concept of age (the number of years someone has lived).
    *   Let's look at Sense 5: "a late time of life". The text mentions "especially for older workers", but "age barriers" as a general term covers both young and old (though usually old in this context). However, "age" in "age barriers" refers to the *category* of age.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 3. "School age" is a specific age. "Age barriers" are barriers based on age.
    *   Is there a better fit?
        *   Sense 1: No.
        *   Sense 2: No.
        *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years)". This is the closest to the general concept of a person's age.
        *   Sense 4: No.
        *   Sense 5: "a late time of life". While the text focuses on older workers, "age barriers" is the general term.

    *   "Age barriers" = barriers based on the age of the person.
    *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years)".
    *   Sense 5: "a late time of life".
    *   If the text says "combat age barriers, especially for older workers", it implies that age barriers exist for others too, but the focus is on the older ones. Therefore, "age" refers to the general concept of age (Sense 3), not specifically "old age" (Sense 5).

    *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Wait, "age barriers" doesn't necessarily mean a qualification arises. It means the *number* of years lived.
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 3: "she was now of school age".
    *   Let's look at Sense 5 again: "old age, years, eld".
    *   Actually, in many dictionaries, "age" as in "age discrimination" or "age barriers" is categorized under the general meaning of "the length of time that a person has lived".
    *   Looking at the provided senses:
        1. Duration of existence.
        2. Era.
        3. Time of life (defined in years).
        4. Long time.
        5. Late time of life.

    *   Sense 3 is the most general description of a person's age. Sense 5 is specifically *old* age. Since the text says "age barriers, *especially* for older workers", it suggests "age" is the general category.

    *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Is "age barrier" a "time of life at which some particular qualification arises"? Not exactly, but it's the closest fit among the options for the general concept of a person's age.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises". This is a very specific definition (like "voting age").
    *   Let me re-read Sense 5: "a late time of life".
    *   If "age barriers" specifically refers to the barriers faced by older people (which the context strongly suggests: "especially for older workers", "early retirement", "retention... of older workers"), then Sense 5 might be the intended answer.
    *   However, "age barriers" is a general term. But in this specific context, it's almost exclusively about old age.
    *   Let's compare:
        *   "Age barriers" (general) -> Sense 3 (closest, though the definition is narrow).
        *   "Age barriers" (meaning old-age barriers) -> Sense 5.

    *   Let's look at the phrase "combat age barriers, especially for older workers". This phrasing implies that "age barriers" is the general term and "older workers" is a subset. If "age" already meant "old age", saying "especially for older workers" would be redundant ("combat old-age barriers, especially for older workers").
    *   Therefore, "age" must be the general concept of age.

    *   Sense 1: Object age.
    *   Sense 2: Historical era.
    *   Sense 3: Person's age/stage of life.
    *   Sense 4: Long time.
    *   Sense 5: Old age.

    *   Sense 3 is the only one that refers to a person's age in a general sense (even if the provided definition is slightly narrow).

    *   Wait, let me look at Sense 3 again. "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Is there any other possibility?
    *   Could it be Sense 1? "how long something has existed". A person is "something". "The age of the worker".
    *   No, Sense 3 is much more likely for people.

    *   Let's double-check Sense 5 again. "a late time of life". If the text is about "age barriers", and the focus is on "older workers", "early retirement", and "redundancy", the "age" in "age barriers" is almost certainly referring to the age of the workers.

    *   Let's think about "age barriers" in a legal or social context. It refers to discrimination based on age. This is the general concept of age (Sense 3).

    *   Let's re-read the definition of Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   Example: "school age".
    *   "Age barriers" are barriers based on the "time of life (defined in years)".

    *   Let's re-read Sense 5: "a late time of life".
    *   Example: "old age is not for sissies".

    *   If the text says "combat age barriers, especially for older workers", it means barriers based on age (general), with a focus on the older ones.

    *   Therefore, Sense 3 is the most appropriate.

    *   Wait, let me search for "age barriers" and "sense of age".
    *   In many contexts, "age" in "age discrimination" is simply "the length of time that a person has lived".
    *   Looking at the provided senses again, Sense 3 is the only one that fits "the length of time that a person has lived" (even if the definition provided is a bit more specific about qualifications).

    *   Let's double-check Sense 1: "how long something has existed". Could "age" in "age barriers" be this? "Barriers based on how long the person has existed". It's possible, but Sense 3 is usually for people.

    *   Let's re-examine Sense 3's definition: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises".
    *   This is a very specific meaning (like "the age of consent" or "retirement age").
    *   Wait! "Retirement age" is a "time of life at which some particular qualification or power arises" (the power to retire).
    *   "Age barriers" often refer to these specific thresholds (like the retirement age).

    *   Let's look at the context again: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy". This strongly links "age barriers" to the "retirement age".

    *   So, Sense 3 fits well if we consider "age barriers" to be barriers related to the specific age (like retirement age) at which certain things happen.

    *   Sense 1: Object age.
    *   Sense 2: Era.
    *   Sense 3: Person's age/stage of life.
    *   Sense 4: Long time.
    *   Sense 5: Old age.

    *   The most fitting is Sense 3.

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[User]
Which numbered sense of "barrier" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Visits and interviews with key personnel were also undertaken. These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age <t>barriers</t>, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers.

Senses:
1. definition=a structure or object that impedes free movement
2. definition=any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective | synonyms=roadblock | examples=intolerance is a barrier to understanding
3. definition=anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age <t>barriers</t>, especially for older workers."
    *   Target word: "barriers" (plural of barrier).
    *   Surrounding context: "age barriers in job recruitment and training", "removing age barriers", "combat age barriers, especially for older workers".

    *   Sense 1: "a structure or object that impedes free movement" (Physical barrier, e.g., a fence).
    *   Sense 2: "any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective" (Abstract barrier, e.g., social, psychological, or systemic obstacles).
    *   Sense 3: "anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access" (Physical barrier for separation, e.g., a screen).

    *   The text discusses "age barriers in job recruitment and training".
    *   Age is not a physical structure (Sense 1) or a physical object obstructing vision (Sense 3).
    *   Age barriers in recruitment are conditions (discrimination, stereotypes, policies) that make it difficult for older workers to get jobs or training (achieve an objective).
    *   This fits perfectly with Sense 2.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "especially" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Visits and interviews with key personnel were also undertaken. These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, <t>especially</t> for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers.

Senses:
1. definition=to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common | synonyms=particularly, peculiarly, specially | examples=he was particularly fussy about spelling; a particularly gruesome attack
2. definition=in a special manner | synonyms=specially | examples=a specially arranged dinner

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, <t>especially</t> for older workers."
    *   Target word: "especially"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  "to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common" (synonyms: particularly, peculiarly, specially). Example: "particularly fussy about spelling".
        2.  "in a special manner" (synonyms: specially). Example: "a specially arranged dinner".

    *   The sentence says the project documents initiatives that combat age barriers, *especially* for older workers.
    *   This means that while they combat age barriers in general, they do so to a *greater extent* or with *particular focus* on older workers.
    *   It is not saying the initiatives were created "in a special manner" (like a specially designed tool), but rather that the focus is more intense or specific regarding older workers.

    *   Sense 1: "to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common" / "particularly".
        *   Test: "...combat age barriers, *particularly* for older workers." (Fits perfectly).
    *   Sense 2: "in a special manner".
        *   Test: "...combat age barriers, *in a special manner* for older workers." (Does not fit the intended meaning of focusing more on a specific group).

Sense 1 is the correct match.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "older" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Visits and interviews with key personnel were also undertaken. These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for <t>older</t> workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers.

Senses:
1. definition=advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) | synonyms=aged, elderly, senior | examples=aged members of the society; elderly residents could remember the construction of the first skyscraper
2. definition=used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son | synonyms=elder, sr. | examples=Bill Adams, Sr.
3. definition=skilled through long experience | synonyms=old | examples=an old offender; the older soldiers
4. definition=(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age | synonyms=old | examples=his mother is very old; a ripe old age
5. definition=of long duration; not new | synonyms=old | examples=old tradition; old house
6. definition=(used for emphasis) very familiar | synonyms=old | examples=good old boy; same old story
7. definition=skilled through long experience | synonyms=old | examples=an old offender; the older soldiers
8. definition=belonging to some prior time | synonyms=erstwhile, former, old, onetime, quondam, sometime | examples=erstwhile friend; our former glory
9. definition=(used informally especially for emphasis) | synonyms=honest-to-god, honest-to-goodness, old, sure-enough | examples=a real honest-to-god live cowboy; had us a high old time
10. definition=of a very early stage in development | synonyms=Old | examples=Old English is also called Anglo Saxon; Old High German is High German from the middle of the 9th to the end of the 11th century
11. definition=just preceding something else in time or order | synonyms=previous, old | examples=the previous owner; my old house was larger

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...combat age barriers, especially for <t>older</t> workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Target word: "older"
    *   Contextual clues: "age barriers", "early retirement", "redundancy", "retention, reintegration and retraining".
    *   Meaning: Workers who are advanced in years or have reached a certain age where they might face age-related barriers in employment.

    *   Sense 1: advanced in years; (aged, elderly, senior). Examples: aged members of the society; elderly residents.
    *   Sense 2: older of two persons of the same name (father/son).
    *   Sense 3: skilled through long experience (old offender, older soldiers).
    *   Sense 4: having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age (his mother is very old).
    *   Sense 5: of long duration; not new (old tradition, old house).
    *   Sense 6: very familiar (good old boy).
    *   Sense 7: skilled through long experience (duplicate of Sense 3).
    *   Sense 8: belonging to some prior time (erstwhile friend).
    *   Sense 9: used informally for emphasis (honest-to-god).
    *   Sense 10: very early stage in development (Old English).
    *   Sense 11: just preceding something else in time or order (previous owner).

    *   The context refers to "older workers" in the context of "age barriers" and "early retirement".
    *   This clearly refers to people who are advanced in years (elderly/senior/aged).
    *   Sense 1 ("advanced in years; aged, elderly, senior") fits perfectly.
    *   Sense 4 ("having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age") is similar, but Sense 1 specifically mentions "senior" and "elderly", which are the standard terms for the demographic of "older workers" facing retirement.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1 vs Sense 4.
        *   Sense 1: advanced in years; synonyms: aged, elderly, senior.
        *   Sense 4: having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age; synonyms: old.
    *   In the context of employment and "age barriers", "older workers" usually refers to the "senior" or "elderly" demographic (though "elderly" might be too far, "senior" is spot on).
    *   Looking at the examples for Sense 1: "aged members of the society; elderly residents".
    *   Looking at the examples for Sense 4: "his mother is very old; a ripe old age".
    *   Sense 1 is more about the category of people (seniors), whereas Sense 4 is more about the state of being old. "Older workers" is a category.

    *   Sense 1: advanced in years; synonyms=aged, elderly, senior.
    *   Sense 4: having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age; synonyms=old.
    *   In many dictionaries, "older workers" falls under the "advanced in years" or "senior" category.

    *   Sense 1: advanced in years; synonyms=aged, elderly, senior.
    *   Sense 4: having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age; synonyms=old.
    *   The context "combat age barriers, especially for older workers" and "alternatives to early retirement" strongly aligns with the concept of "senior" workers.

    *   Sense 1 is the most appropriate fit for "older workers" in a professional/societal context regarding age barriers and retirement.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "worker" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: Visits and interviews with key personnel were also undertaken. These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older <t>workers</t>. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who works at a specific occupation | examples=he is a good worker
2. definition=a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) | synonyms=proletarian, prole | examples=workers of the world--unite!
3. definition=sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae
4. definition=a person who acts and gets things done | synonyms=actor, doer | examples=he's a principal actor in this affair; when you want something done get a doer

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A text about studies on age barriers in job recruitment and training, focusing on the retention, reintegration, and retraining of "older workers."
    *   Target word: "workers" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  A person who works at a specific occupation.
        2.  A member of the working class (proletarian).
        3.  A sterile member of a colony of social insects.
        4.  A person who acts and gets things done (doer).

    *   The text discusses "job recruitment and training," "early retirement and redundancy," and "retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   In this context, "workers" refers to people who are employed or seeking employment in a professional/occupational capacity.

    *   Sense 1: "a person who works at a specific occupation" - This fits perfectly. The text is about people in the workforce.
    *   Sense 2: "a member of the working class" - While these people might be working class, the context is broader (public and private sectors, recruitment, training) and refers to employment status/age rather than social class.
    *   Sense 3: "sterile member of a colony of social insects" - Clearly incorrect.
    *   Sense 4: "a person who acts and gets things done" - This is a metaphorical or personality-based use, not applicable here.

Sense 1 is the correct match.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "seek" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. <t>Seeking</t> alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=try to get or reach | examples=seek a position; seek an education
2. definition=try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of | synonyms=search, look for | examples=The police are searching for clues; They are searching for the missing man in the entire county
3. definition=make an effort or attempt | synonyms=try, attempt, essay, assay | examples=He tried to shake off his fears; The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps
4. definition=go to or towards | examples=a liquid seeks its own level
5. definition=inquire for | examples=seek directions from a local

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Target word: "Seeking"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  try to get or reach (e.g., seek a position)
        2.  try to locate or discover (e.g., search for clues)
        3.  make an effort or attempt (e.g., try to shake off fears)
        4.  go to or towards (e.g., liquid seeks its own level)
        5.  inquire for (e.g., seek directions)

    *   "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy..."
    *   In this context, "seeking alternatives" means the project is trying to find, identify, or establish alternatives.
    *   Is it "trying to get" (Sense 1)? Not exactly getting a position, but looking for options.
    *   Is it "trying to locate or discover" (Sense 2)? Yes, looking for/discovering alternatives.
    *   Is it "making an effort or attempt" (Sense 3)? Usually, this sense is followed by an infinitive (e.g., "seek to do something"). Here it's "seeking [noun phrase]".
    *   Is it "going towards" (Sense 4)? No.
    *   Is it "inquiring for" (Sense 5)? No.

    *   Sense 1: "try to get or reach" (e.g., seek a position).
    *   Sense 2: "try to locate or discover" (e.g., search for clues).
    *   "Seeking alternatives" is very similar to "searching for alternatives" or "trying to discover alternatives".

    *   Sense 1 is often used for goals, positions, or help (seek asylum, seek a job).
    *   Sense 2 is often used for things that are lost or unknown (seek the truth, seek a solution, seek alternatives).
    *   Wait, "seek a solution" or "seek alternatives" often falls under "try to locate or discover" or "try to find".

    *   Sense 1: try to get or reach.
    *   Sense 2: try to locate or discover.
    *   If you seek an alternative, you are trying to find/discover one that exists or can be created.

    *   "Seeking alternatives" $\approx$ "Looking for alternatives".
    *   Sense 2: "try to locate or discover... synonyms=search, look for".
    *   This fits perfectly.

    *   Sense 1: "seek a position" (trying to obtain).
    *   Sense 2: "searching for clues" (trying to find).
    *   "Seeking alternatives" is more about finding/discovering options than obtaining a specific status or position.

    *   Sense 2 is the best fit.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "early" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to <t>early</t> retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time | examples=early morning; an early warning
2. definition=being or occurring at an early stage of development | examples=in an early stage; early forms of life
3. definition=belonging to the distant past | synonyms=former, other | examples=the early inhabitants of Europe; former generations
4. definition=very young | examples=at an early age
5. definition=of an early stage in the development of a language or literature | examples=the Early Hebrew alphabetical script is that used mainly from the 11th to the 6th centuries B.C.; Early Modern English is represented in documents printed from 1476 to 1700
6. definition=expected in the near future | examples=look for an early end to the negotiations

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Seeking alternatives to <t>early</t> retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Target word: "early" (modifying "retirement").
    *   Meaning in context: "Early retirement" refers to retiring before the usual or expected age/time.

    *   Sense 1: "at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time" (Example: early morning; an early warning).
    *   Sense 2: "being or occurring at an early stage of development" (Example: in an early stage; early forms of life).
    *   Sense 3: "belonging to the distant past" (Example: the early inhabitants of Europe).
    *   Sense 4: "very young" (Example: at an early age).
    *   Sense 5: "of an early stage in the development of a language or literature" (Example: Early Modern English).
    *   Sense 6: "expected in the near future" (Example: look for an early end to the negotiations).

    *   "Early retirement" means retiring *before the usual or expected time* (the standard retirement age).
    *   This matches Sense 1: "before the usual or expected time".

    *   Sense 1 fits perfectly.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "retirement" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early <t>retirement</t> and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=the state of being retired from one's business or occupation
2. definition=withdrawal from your position or occupation
3. definition=withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation | synonyms=retreat | examples=the religious retreat is a form of vacation activity

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Seeking alternatives to early <t>retirement</t> and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Target word: "retirement"
    *   Senses:
        1.  the state of being retired from one's business or occupation.
        2.  withdrawal from your position or occupation.
        3.  withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation (retreat).

    *   The sentence discusses "alternatives to early retirement and redundancy."
    *   It mentions "retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   This clearly refers to leaving the workforce due to age or company decisions.

    *   Sense 1: "the state of being retired" (the condition/status).
    *   Sense 2: "withdrawal from your position or occupation" (the act of retiring).
    *   Sense 3: "withdrawal for prayer" (religious retreat).

    *   "Early retirement" usually refers to the *act* of retiring early or the *arrangement* to do so.
    *   Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 2:
        *   Sense 1 is the *state* (e.g., "He is enjoying his retirement").
        *   Sense 2 is the *withdrawal* (e.g., "She announced her retirement").
    *   In "alternatives to early retirement," it refers to the act of leaving the workforce early.

    *   Wait, let's look closer at the nuances.
    *   "Early retirement" is often used as a noun phrase describing the process/act of withdrawing from work.
    *   Sense 1: "the state of being retired"
    *   Sense 2: "withdrawal from your position or occupation"
    *   In the context of "seeking alternatives to early retirement," the project wants to avoid the *act* of people leaving their jobs early.

    *   Sense 1: State of being retired.
    *   Sense 2: Act of withdrawing.
    *   "Early retirement" can be seen as the act of withdrawing early.

    *   Let's re-read: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy..."
    *   Redundancy is the act of being laid off.
    *   Retirement here is paired with redundancy. Both are ways of leaving a job.
    *   Therefore, "withdrawal from your position or occupation" (Sense 2) fits better than "the state of being retired" (Sense 1).

    *   Sense 1: State (noun describing a condition).
    *   Sense 2: Act (noun describing the process of leaving).
    *   "Early retirement" is the act of retiring early.

    *   Sense 1: "the state of being retired from one's business or occupation"
    *   Sense 2: "withdrawal from your position or occupation"
    *   If you seek an alternative to "early retirement," you are seeking an alternative to the *act* of withdrawing from the workforce early.

    *   Sense 2 is the most precise fit for the act of leaving employment.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "redundancy" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and <t>redundancy</t>, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=repetition of messages to reduce the probability of errors in transmission
2. definition=the attribute of being superfluous and unneeded | synonyms=redundance | examples=the use of industrial robots created redundancy among workers
3. definition=(electronics) a system design that duplicates components to provide alternatives in case one component fails
4. definition=repetition of an act needlessly

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and <t>redundancy</t>, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Key phrases: "early retirement", "redundancy", "retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers".
    *   Meaning: The text is talking about employment, specifically avoiding situations where older workers are forced to leave their jobs (early retirement or being made redundant).

    *   Sense 1: Repetition of messages to reduce errors (Information theory/Communication). -> Incorrect.
    *   Sense 2: The attribute of being superfluous and unneeded; specifically, the example "the use of industrial robots created redundancy among workers" refers to job loss due to no longer being needed. -> Correct.
    *   Sense 3: System design duplicating components (Electronics/Engineering). -> Incorrect.
    *   Sense 4: Repetition of an act needlessly. -> Incorrect.

    *   The context refers to workers losing their jobs because they are no longer needed or as a cost-cutting measure (often called "being made redundant" in British English). This matches Sense 2.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "concerned" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily <t>concerned</t> with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=feeling or showing worry or solicitude | examples=concerned parents of youthful offenders; was concerned about the future
2. definition=involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | synonyms=interested | examples=a memorandum to those concerned; an enterprise in which three men are concerned
3. definition=culpably involved | synonyms=implicated | examples=all those concerned in the bribery case have been identified; named three officials implicated in the plot

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily <t>concerned</t> with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Target word: "concerned"

    *   Sense 1: feeling or showing worry or solicitude (e.g., "concerned parents").
    *   Sense 2: involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in; interested (e.g., "those concerned").
    *   Sense 3: culpably involved; implicated (e.g., "concerned in the bribery case").

    *   The sentence says: "the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Does the project "feel worry" (Sense 1)? No, a project is an inanimate entity/effort.
    *   Is the project "culpably involved" in a crime (Sense 3)? No.
    *   Is the project "involved in," "focused on," or "dealing with" (Sense 2)? Yes. In this context, "concerned with" means the project's focus or subject matter is the retention, reintegration, and retraining of older workers.

    *   Sense 2 definition: "involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in | synonyms=interested".
    *   While "interested" might seem slightly off in modern casual speech, in a formal sense, "to be concerned with" often means "to be about" or "to deal with" (which falls under being involved in/interested in a subject).

    *   Sense 1: Worry (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Involved/Interested/Dealing with (Correct)
    *   Sense 3: Implicated (Incorrect)


[User]
Which numbered sense of "retention" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the <t>retention</t>, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=the act of retaining something | synonyms=keeping, holding
2. definition=the power of retaining and recalling past experience | synonyms=memory, retentiveness, retentivity | examples=he had a good memory when he was younger
3. definition=the power of retaining liquid | synonyms=retentiveness, retentivity | examples=moisture retentivity of soil

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A text about national studies on age barriers in job recruitment and training, focusing on older workers. The specific sentence is: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the <t>retention</t>, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   Target word: "retention"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  the act of retaining something (keeping, holding)
        2.  the power of retaining and recalling past experience (memory)
        3.  the power of retaining liquid (moisture)

    *   The sentence discusses "alternatives to early retirement and redundancy."
    *   It mentions "retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers."
    *   In the context of employment, "retention" refers to keeping employees in their jobs (preventing them from leaving or being forced out).

    *   Sense 1: "the act of retaining something | synonyms=keeping, holding". This fits perfectly. Keeping workers in the workforce is the act of retaining them.
    *   Sense 2: "the power of retaining and recalling past experience | synonyms=memory". This does not fit. The text is not about the memory of older workers.
    *   Sense 3: "the power of retaining liquid | synonyms=retentiveness, retentivity". This does not fit. The text is not about liquids.

    *   The correct sense is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "older" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of <t>older</t> workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) | synonyms=aged, elderly, senior | examples=aged members of the society; elderly residents could remember the construction of the first skyscraper
2. definition=used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son | synonyms=elder, sr. | examples=Bill Adams, Sr.
3. definition=skilled through long experience | synonyms=old | examples=an old offender; the older soldiers
4. definition=(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age | synonyms=old | examples=his mother is very old; a ripe old age
5. definition=of long duration; not new | synonyms=old | examples=old tradition; old house
6. definition=(used for emphasis) very familiar | synonyms=old | examples=good old boy; same old story
7. definition=skilled through long experience | synonyms=old | examples=an old offender; the older soldiers
8. definition=belonging to some prior time | synonyms=erstwhile, former, old, onetime, quondam, sometime | examples=erstwhile friend; our former glory
9. definition=(used informally especially for emphasis) | synonyms=honest-to-god, honest-to-goodness, old, sure-enough | examples=a real honest-to-god live cowboy; had us a high old time
10. definition=of a very early stage in development | synonyms=Old | examples=Old English is also called Anglo Saxon; Old High German is High German from the middle of the 9th to the end of the 11th century
11. definition=just preceding something else in time or order | synonyms=previous, old | examples=the previous owner; my old house was larger

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "...the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of <t>older</t> workers."
    *   Target word: "older"
    *   Contextual clues: "age barriers in job recruitment and training", "combat age barriers, especially for older workers", "alternatives to early retirement and redundancy".

    *   Sense 1: advanced in years; (aged, elderly, senior).
    *   Sense 2: older of two persons of the same name (Sr.).
    *   Sense 3: skilled through long experience (old offender, older soldiers).
    *   Sense 4: having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age (old).
    *   Sense 5: of long duration; not new (old tradition, old house).
    *   Sense 6: very familiar (good old boy).
    *   Sense 7: skilled through long experience (duplicate of 3).
    *   Sense 8: belonging to some prior time (erstwhile, former).
    *   Sense 9: used informally for emphasis (honest-to-god).
    *   Sense 10: very early stage in development (Old English).
    *   Sense 11: just preceding something else in time or order (previous owner).

    *   The text discusses "age barriers", "early retirement", and "retraining of older workers".
    *   This refers to people who are advanced in years or have reached a certain age where they might face discrimination or retirement.
    *   Sense 1 ("advanced in years; aged, elderly, senior") fits well.
    *   Sense 4 ("having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age") also fits.
    *   Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 4.
        *   Sense 1: "advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) | synonyms=aged, elderly, senior | examples=aged members of the society; elderly residents could remember the construction of the first skyscraper"
        *   Sense 4: "definition=(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age | synonyms=old | examples=his mother is very old; a ripe old age"
    *   In the context of employment and "older workers", it usually refers to a demographic group (seniors/elderly) rather than just "having lived for a relatively long time" (which could be a 50-year-old in a group of 20-year-olds). However, "older workers" is a standard term for those advanced in years relative to the workforce.
    *   Looking at the synonyms for Sense 1: "aged, elderly, senior". "Senior workers" is a common synonym for "older workers".
    *   Looking at the synonyms for Sense 4: "old".
    *   Usually, in these types of NLP tasks (like WordNet-based sense disambiguation), "older workers" aligns with the concept of being advanced in years (Sense 1).

    *   Sense 1: advanced in years (aged, elderly, senior).
    *   Sense 4: having lived for a relatively long time (old).
    *   The context mentions "early retirement", which strongly links to the "senior/elderly" stage of life.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 1 and Sense 4 again.
    *   Sense 1: "advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) | synonyms=aged, elderly, senior"
    *   Sense 4: "(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age | synonyms=old"
    *   In many dictionaries, "older" as a comparative of "old" is used to describe people who are advanced in years.
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 1: "aged members of the society; elderly residents".
    *   Let's look at the examples for Sense 4: "his mother is very old; a ripe old age".
    *   "Older workers" refers to people who are advanced in years relative to the general workforce. This fits Sense 1's "advanced in years" and "senior" synonym perfectly.

    *   Sense 3/7: "skilled through long experience". While older workers *might* be skilled, the context is about "age barriers" and "retirement", not their skill level.
    *   Sense 11: "previous". Not applicable.
    *   Sense 8: "former". Not applicable.

    *   Sense 1 is the most precise fit for "older workers" in the context of age discrimination and retirement.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "worker" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: These national studies will form the basis of a European report which synthesises overall practices. The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older <t>workers</t>. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who works at a specific occupation | examples=he is a good worker
2. definition=a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) | synonyms=proletarian, prole | examples=workers of the world--unite!
3. definition=sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae
4. definition=a person who acts and gets things done | synonyms=actor, doer | examples=he's a principal actor in this affair; when you want something done get a doer

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A text about national studies, a European report, age barriers in job recruitment and training, initiatives to combat age barriers for older workers, and the retention, reintegration, and retraining of older workers.
    *   Target word: "workers" (marked with `<t></t>`).
    *   Specific sentence: "Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older <t>workers</t>."

    *   Sense 1: "a person who works at a specific occupation" (e.g., "he is a good worker").
    *   Sense 2: "a member of the working class (not necessarily employed)" (e.g., "workers of the world--unite!").
    *   Sense 3: "sterile member of a colony of social insects..."
    *   Sense 4: "a person who acts and gets things done" (e.g., "he's a principal actor in this affair").

    *   The text discusses "job recruitment and training," "age barriers," "early retirement," "redundancy," "retention," "reintegration," and "retraining."
    *   "Older workers" in this context refers to people who are employed (or seeking employment) in occupations.
    *   It is not referring to the "working class" as a socio-political group (Sense 2), nor insects (Sense 3), nor people who are simply "doers" (Sense 4).
    *   It fits the definition of people who have jobs/occupations.

    *   Sense 1 is the most accurate fit.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "gender" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The <t>gender</t> and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined. The project also considers initiatives to combat age discrimination in rural areas and in small and medium sized enterprises.

Senses:
1. definition=a grammatical category in inflected languages governing the agreement between nouns and pronouns and adjectives; in some languages it is quite arbitrary but in Indo-European languages it is usually based on sex or animateness | synonyms=grammatical gender
2. definition=the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles | synonyms=sex, sexuality | examples=she didn't want to know the sex of the foetus

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A text about a report on age barriers in job recruitment and training, focusing on older workers, retention, reintegration, and retraining.
    *   Target word: "gender" in the sentence "The <t>gender</t> and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined."
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Grammatical category (grammatical gender).
        2.  Properties distinguishing organisms on the basis of reproductive roles (sex, sexuality).

    *   The sentence mentions "gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers".
    *   It's discussing demographics (gender, ethnicity) in the context of employment discrimination.
    *   This is clearly referring to the biological/social identity of the people (men/women), not a grammatical category of language.

    *   Sense 1: Grammatical category. (Incorrect)
    *   Sense 2: Properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles (sex). (Correct)

    *   The user requested *only* the number of the correct sense.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "ethnic" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and <t>ethnic</t> backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined. The project also considers initiatives to combat age discrimination in rural areas and in small and medium sized enterprises.

Senses:
1. definition=denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people; - J.F.Kennedy | synonyms=cultural, ethnical | examples=influenced by ethnic and cultural ties; ethnic food
2. definition=not acknowledging the God of Christianity and Judaism and Islam | synonyms=heathen, heathenish, pagan

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The gender and <t>ethnic</t> backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined."
    *   Target word: "ethnic"
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  Denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people (cultural, ethnical).
        2.  Not acknowledging the God of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam (heathen, pagan).

    *   The sentence discusses "gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers" in the context of "age discrimination" and "job recruitment and training."
    *   This refers to the cultural, national, or racial identity of the workers.

    *   Sense 1: Cultural/group identity. (Fits perfectly)
    *   Sense 2: Non-Abrahamic religious belief (heathen/pagan). (Does not fit)

    *   The correct sense is 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "background" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic <t>backgrounds</t> of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined. The project also considers initiatives to combat age discrimination in rural areas and in small and medium sized enterprises.

Senses:
1. definition=a person's social heritage: previous experience or training | examples=he is a lawyer with a sports background
2. definition=the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground | synonyms=ground | examples=he posed her against a background of rolling hills
3. definition=information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem | synonyms=background knowledge | examples=the embassy filled him in on the background of the incident
4. definition=extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured | synonyms=background signal | examples=they got a bad connection and could hardly hear one another over the background signals
5. definition=relatively unimportant or inconspicuous accompanying situation | examples=when the rain came he could hear the sound of thunder in the background
6. definition=the state of the environment in which a situation exists | synonyms=setting, scope | examples=you can't do that in a university setting
7. definition=(computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear | synonyms=desktop, screen background
8. definition=scenery hung at back of stage | synonyms=backdrop, backcloth

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The gender and ethnic <t>backgrounds</t> of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined."
    *   Target word: "backgrounds"

    *   Sense 1: a person's social heritage: previous experience or training (e.g., "lawyer with a sports background").
    *   Sense 2: the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground (e.g., "background of rolling hills").
    *   Sense 3: information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem (e.g., "background of the incident").
    *   Sense 4: extraneous signals (e.g., "background signals").
    *   Sense 5: relatively unimportant or inconspicuous accompanying situation (e.g., "thunder in the background").
    *   Sense 6: the state of the environment in which a situation exists (e.g., "university setting").
    *   Sense 7: computer science screen background.
    *   Sense 8: scenery hung at back of stage.

    *   The phrase is "gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers".
    *   "Gender" and "ethnic" describe characteristics of a person's identity, heritage, or social origin.
    *   This aligns perfectly with Sense 1: "a person's social heritage: previous experience or training". While "gender" isn't exactly "heritage" or "training", "ethnic background" is a standard phrase referring to social heritage/origin.

    *   Sense 1: Social heritage/experience. (Fits "ethnic backgrounds")
    *   Sense 2: Visual background. (Doesn't fit)
    *   Sense 3: Contextual information. (Doesn't fit)
    *   Sense 4: Noise/signals. (Doesn't fit)
    *   Sense 5: Inconspicuous situation. (Doesn't fit)
    *   Sense 6: Environment/setting. (Doesn't fit)
    *   Sense 7: Computer screen. (Doesn't fit)
    *   Sense 8: Stage scenery. (Doesn't fit)


[User]
Which numbered sense of "worker" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of <t>workers</t> and how these relate to age discrimination are examined. The project also considers initiatives to combat age discrimination in rural areas and in small and medium sized enterprises.

Senses:
1. definition=a person who works at a specific occupation | examples=he is a good worker
2. definition=a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) | synonyms=proletarian, prole | examples=workers of the world--unite!
3. definition=sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae
4. definition=a person who acts and gets things done | synonyms=actor, doer | examples=he's a principal actor in this affair; when you want something done get a doer

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A text about a report on age barriers in job recruitment, training, and the retention/retraining of older workers.
    *   Target word: "workers" (in the sentence: "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of <t>workers</t> and how these relate to age discrimination are examined.")
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  A person who works at a specific occupation.
        2.  A member of the working class (proletarian).
        3.  A sterile member of a colony of social insects.
        4.  A person who acts and gets things done (doer).

    *   The text discusses "job recruitment," "training," "age barriers," "early retirement," "redundancy," "retention," "reintegration," and "retraining."
    *   It specifically mentions "older workers."
    *   The sentence "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined" refers to people employed in jobs.

    *   Sense 1: "a person who works at a specific occupation" - This fits perfectly. The text is about people in the workforce.
    *   Sense 2: "a member of the working class" - While related, the context is about employment status and age discrimination in the workplace generally, not specifically about class struggle or the proletariat.
    *   Sense 3: "sterile member of a colony of social insects" - Clearly incorrect.
    *   Sense 4: "a person who acts and gets things done" - Incorrect.

    *   The word "workers" here refers to employees or people who have jobs. This aligns with Sense 1.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "relate" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these <t>relate</t> to age discrimination are examined. The project also considers initiatives to combat age discrimination in rural areas and in small and medium sized enterprises.

Senses:
1. definition=make a logical or causal connection | synonyms=associate, tie in, link, colligate, link up, connect | examples=I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind; colligate these facts
2. definition=be relevant to | synonyms=refer, pertain, concern, come to, bear on, touch | examples=There were lots of questions referring to her talk; My remark pertained to your earlier comments
3. definition=give an account of | examples=The witness related the events
4. definition=be in a relationship with | synonyms=interrelate | examples=How are these two observations related?
5. definition=have or establish a relationship to | examples=She relates well to her peers

reasoning_content:
*   Context: "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these <t>relate</t> to age discrimination are examined."
    *   Target word: "relate"

    *   Sense 1: make a logical or causal connection (associate, tie in, link).
    *   Sense 2: be relevant to (refer, pertain, concern, bear on).
    *   Sense 3: give an account of (narrate).
    *   Sense 4: be in a relationship with (interrelate).
    *   Sense 5: have or establish a relationship to (social/interpersonal).

    *   The sentence discusses the connection between "gender and ethnic backgrounds" and "age discrimination."
    *   It's asking how these factors (gender/ethnicity) are connected to or influence age discrimination.
    *   Does it mean "give an account of" (Sense 3)? No.
    *   Does it mean "have a social relationship with" (Sense 5)? No.
    *   Does it mean "be relevant to" (Sense 2) or "make a logical/causal connection" (Sense 1) or "be in a relationship with/interrelate" (Sense 4)?

    *   Sense 1: "make a logical or causal connection" (usually active, e.g., "I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence").
    *   Sense 2: "be relevant to" (e.g., "questions referring to her talk").
    *   Sense 4: "be in a relationship with" (interrelate) (e.g., "How are these two observations related?").

    *   "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined."
    *   This is describing a correlation or a connection between variables (gender/ethnicity and age discrimination).
    *   Sense 4 ("be in a relationship with / interrelate") fits well here, as it describes the relationship between two sets of data/observations.
    *   Sense 2 ("be relevant to") is also close, but "relate to" in the context of research variables usually implies a correlation or interrelationship (Sense 4).
    *   Let's re-examine Sense 1: "make a logical or causal connection". This is often used when a person is doing the relating. Here, the "backgrounds" (the subjects) are the ones relating.

    *   Sense 4 example: "How are these two observations related?"
    *   Context: "...how these [backgrounds] relate to age discrimination..."
    *   This matches the structure and meaning of Sense 4 perfectly.

    *   Sense 1: Active process of connecting.
    *   Sense 2: Pertaining to.
    *   Sense 3: Telling a story.
    *   Sense 4: Interrelationship between things.
    *   Sense 5: Interpersonal relationship.

    The context is about the interrelationship between demographic factors and discrimination. Sense 4 is the best fit.


[User]
Which numbered sense of "age" (marked with <t></t>) is used in the context below? Return only the number of the correct sense.

Context: The report and a casebook of initiatives will be published in 1996 and provide the backdrop for a conference to be staged in Autumn, 1996. The Foundation aims to document the characteristics of age barriers in job recruitment and training and to analyse their causes. The perspectives of the social partners is also being examined, with particular attention paid to proposals for removing age barriers. Thirdly, the project documents and assesses initiatives, in both the public and private sectors which combat age barriers, especially for older workers. Seeking alternatives to early retirement and redundancy, the project is primarily concerned with the retention, reintegration and retraining of older workers. The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to <t>age</t> discrimination are examined. The project also considers initiatives to combat age discrimination in rural areas and in small and medium sized enterprises.

Senses:
1. definition=how long something has existed | examples=it was replaced because of its age
2. definition=an era of history having some distinctive feature | synonyms=historic period | examples=we live in a litigious age
3. definition=a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises | synonyms=eld | examples=she was now of school age; tall for his eld
4. definition=a prolonged period of time | synonyms=long time, years | examples=we've known each other for ages; I haven't been there for years and years
5. definition=a late time of life | synonyms=old age, years, eld, geezerhood | examples=old age is not for sissies; he's showing his years

reasoning_content:
*   Context: A text about "age barriers" in job recruitment, training, and discrimination. Specifically, the sentence is: "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to <t>age</t> discrimination are examined."
    *   Target word: "age" (in "age discrimination").
    *   Senses provided:
        1.  How long something has existed (e.g., "replaced because of its age").
        2.  An era of history (e.g., "litigious age").
        3.  A time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises (e.g., "school age").
        4.  A prolonged period of time (e.g., "for ages").
        5.  A late time of life (e.g., "old age").

    *   "Age discrimination" refers to treating someone unfairly because of their age (how old they are).
    *   This relates to the concept of a person's age (the number of years they have lived).

    *   Sense 1: "how long something has existed" - This is close, but usually refers to objects or durations.
    *   Sense 2: "an era of history" - Incorrect.
    *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years)" - This fits the concept of a person's age (the chronological age of a person).
    *   Sense 4: "a prolonged period of time" - Incorrect.
    *   Sense 5: "a late time of life" - While the text mentions "older workers," "age discrimination" as a general term covers all ages, though it often targets the old. However, "age" in "age discrimination" refers to the *category* of age (the number of years lived), not specifically *old age*.

    *   Wait, let me re-read Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises". This definition seems a bit narrow (e.g., "school age", "voting age").
    *   Let me re-read Sense 1: "how long something has existed". This is the most general definition of age.
    *   Let's look at the context again: "age barriers", "age discrimination".
    *   In "age discrimination", "age" refers to the chronological age of a person.
    *   Is there a better sense?
        *   Sense 1: "how long something has existed" (e.g., "the age of the building").
        *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years)..." (e.g., "school age").
        *   Sense 5: "a late time of life" (e.g., "old age").

    *   Actually, looking at standard dictionary definitions (like WordNet, which these senses seem to be derived from):
        *   Sense 1 (age.n.01): length of time since something began.
        *   Sense 3 (age.n.02): time of life.
        *   Sense 5 (age.n.03): old age.

    *   In "age discrimination", "age" is used as a modifier. It refers to the characteristic of how old a person is.
    *   Comparing Sense 1 and Sense 3:
        *   Sense 1: "how long something has existed" (General duration).
        *   Sense 3: "a time of life (usually defined in years)" (Specific to living beings).

    *   "Age discrimination" is discrimination based on the *time of life* (the number of years lived).

    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 3's definition: "a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises". This is a very specific sub-definition.
    *   Let's re-evaluate Sense 1: "how long something has existed".

    *   Wait, let's look at the examples again.
        *   Sense 1: "it was replaced because of its age" (The object's age).
        *   Sense 3: "she was now of school age" (A specific stage of life).
        *   Sense 5: "old age is not for sissies" (The state of being old).

    *   "Age discrimination" is discrimination based on the person's age (the number of years they have lived). This is most closely aligned with the general concept of "how long something (in this case, a person) has existed" (Sense 1) or "a time of life" (Sense 3).

    *   However, in many NLP datasets (like SemCor), "age" in "age discrimination" or "age group" is often mapped to the general sense of "the length of time a person has lived".

    *   Let's look at the provided senses again.
        1. how long something has existed
        2. an era of history
        3. a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises
        4. a prolonged period of time
        5. a late time of life

    *   If Sense 3 is specifically about "qualification or power" (like school age, voting age), it might be too narrow.
    *   If Sense 1 is "how long something has existed", it covers both objects and people.

    *   Let's check "age barriers". This means barriers based on how old someone is.
    *   "Age discrimination" means discrimination based on how old someone is.

    *   Is "age" here referring to "old age" (Sense 5)? The text mentions "older workers" and "early retirement", suggesting the focus is on the elderly. But "age discrimination" as a legal/social term is the general category. However, in this specific context, it's clearly about the elderly.

    *   Wait, let's look at Sense 3 again: "a time of life (usually defined in years)". The part "at which some particular qualification or power arises" might be an elaboration or a specific example of that sense, but the core is "a time of life".

    *   Let's compare Sense 1 and Sense 3 again.
        Sense 1: "how long something has existed"
        Sense 3: "a time of life"

    *   In "age discrimination", "age" refers to the chronological age of the person. This is "how long the person has existed".

    *   Let's search for this specific sense set. These look like WordNet senses.
        WordNet `age.n.01`: length of time since something began.
        WordNet `age.n.02`: time of life.
        WordNet `age.n.03`: old age.

    *   In "age discrimination", is it "length of time since something began" or "time of life"?
        Usually, "age" as in "my age is 25" is `age.n.01`.
        "Age" as in "the age of consent" or "school age" is `age.n.02`.
        "Age" as in "in his old age" is `age.n.03`.

    *   "Age discrimination" is discrimination based on the person's age (their number of years). This is `age.n.01`.

    *   Let's double-check the provided definitions:
        1. how long something has existed.
        3. a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises.

    *   Sense 3 is very specific ("at which some particular qualification or power arises"). "Age discrimination" isn't about a specific qualification or power arising; it's about the general length of time the person has lived.

    *   Therefore, Sense 1 is the most fitting, as it's the general definition of age (the duration of existence).

    *   Wait, let me think about Sense 5 again. "a late time of life". The text is heavily focused on "older workers", "early retirement", and "redundancy". In this specific context, "age discrimination" almost certainly refers to discrimination against older people. Does that make it Sense 5?
    *   "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined."
    *   If "age discrimination" is shorthand for "discrimination based on old age", then Sense 5 might be it. But "age discrimination" is a general term.

    *   Let's re-read the context: "combat age barriers, especially for older workers." This implies "age barriers" can exist for people who aren't necessarily "old" (perhaps too young), but the project focuses on the older ones. This suggests "age" is the general category (Sense 1), not just "old age" (Sense 5).

    *   Sense 1: "how long something has existed"
    *   Sense 3: "a time of life... at which some particular qualification or power arises"
    *   Sense 5: "a late time of life"

    *   "Age discrimination" is based on the person's age (the number of years they've lived). This is the definition of Sense 1.

    *   Let's check if "age" in "age discrimination" is typically mapped to Sense 1 or Sense 3 in datasets.
    *   In many cases, "age" (the number) is Sense 1.
    *   Example: "The age of the participants ranged from 20 to 40." (Sense 1)
    *   Example: "Age discrimination is illegal." (Sense 1)

    *   Sense 3 is for things like "the age of reason", "the age of maturity", "school age".

    *   Sense 1 is the most general and fits best.

    *   Context: "The gender and ethnic backgrounds of workers and how these relate to age discrimination are examined."
    *   "Age" here refers to the chronological age of the workers.
    *   Sense 1: "how long something has existed" (A person is "something" that has existed for a certain amount of time).
    *   Sense 3: "a time of life... at which some particular qualification or power arises" (Too specific).
    *   Sense 5: "a late time of life" (Too specific, although the context focuses on older workers, the term "age discrimination" is general).

    *   Conclusion: Sense 1.