A demographic descriptor is a term used to describe the characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, race, and ethnicity. The term 'RACIAL' is a 6-letter demographic descriptor that is used to refer to a person's RACIAL identity or background. It is often used to describe a person's physical characteristics, such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features. RACIAL identity can also be used to describe a person's cultural heritage, language, and religion.