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noun sex·ism \ ˈsek-ˌsi-zəm \
|Updated on: 13 Jul 2018
1 : prejudice or discrimination based on sex; especially : discrimination against women
2 : behavior, conditions, or attitudes that foster stereotypes of social roles based on sex
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sexist

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  1. the problem of sexism in language

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Origin and Etymology of sexism

1sex + -ism (as in racism)

SEXISM Defined for English Language Learners

sexism

noun

  • : unfair treatment of people because of their sex; especially : unfair treatment of women

SEXISM Defined for Kids

sexism

noun sex·ism \ ˈsek-ˌsi-zəm \
: distinction and especially unjust distinction based on gender and made against one person or group (as women) in favor of another

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