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Literacy is defined as being able to read and write, or to having knowledge about a specific subject.

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When you can read, this is an example of literacy.
When you are familiar with math, this is an example of literacy in mathematics.

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See literacy in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the state or quality of being literate; specif.,

ability to read and write
knowledgeability or capability: computer literacy

See literacy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The condition or quality of being literate, especially the ability to read and write. See Usage Note at literate.
The condition or quality of being knowledgeable in a particular subject or field: cultural literacy; biblical literacy.

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