Special-interest group
[spesh-uh l in-ter-ist, in-trist] /ˈspɛʃ əl ˈɪn tər ɪst, ˈɪn trɪst/
noun
1.
Also called special interest. a body of persons, corporation, or industry that seeks or receives benefits or privileged treatment, especially through legislation.
2.
Digital Technology. a subgroup within a user group where members share information or research in specialized fields.
Abbreviation: SIG.
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