herstory
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her·sto·ry

noun \ˈhər-st(ə-)rē\
plural her·sto·ries

Definition of HERSTORY

: history; specifically : history considered or presented from a feminist viewpoint or with special attention to the experience of women

Origin of HERSTORY

blend of her and history
First Known Use: 1970

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