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feminist

/ˈfɛm.ə.nɪst/
fem · i · nist

Plural:feminists
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• adjective

1

Relating to, supporting, or characteristic of feminism or the advocacy of women's rights and gender equality.

Example

"The university course explores feminist literature and social movements of the twentieth century."

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• noun

1

A person who supports or advocates for feminism and the political, economic, personal, and social equality of the sexes.

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"As a dedicated feminist, she campaigned tirelessly for equal pay and workplace protections."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 19th century from French 'féministe', coined from Latin 'femina' (woman) and the suffix '-iste', originally popularized in France by social theorist Charles Fourier and suffragist Hubertine Auclert.

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