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(Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) An umbrella term used by the U.S. government for the major categories of highly skilled occupations.
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Definition: STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) An umbrella term used by the U.S. government for the major categories of highly skilled occupations.
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