compulsory heterosexuality

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The idea that heterosexuality is often assumed and forced upon individuals regardless of their own sexual orientation by a patriarchal and heteronormative society.

Word forms

compulsory heterosexuality

Synonyms

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