intersectionality

English

/ɪntəˌsɛkʃəˈnælɪti/, /ɪntɚˌsɛkʃəˈnæləti/

noun
Definitions
  • The quality or state of being intersectional, that is, of being characterized by intersection (especially of multiple forms of discrimination).
  • The study of (or a sociological methodology of studying) overlapping or intersecting social identities and related systems of oppression, domination, or discrimination.

Etymology

Suffix from English intersectional.

Origin

English

intersectional

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