intersectional
Meanings
adj
- Of or pertaining to an intersection, especially of multiple forms of discrimination (for example, the intersection of misogyny and racism which affects black women specifically).
- Of or relating to intersectionalism or intersectionality.
- Encompassing or concerned with multiple different groups or the forms of discrimination they face (for example, inclusive of women of all races and people of color of all genders).
adj
- Existing or occurring between sections or groups.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
From intersection + -al.
Derived words
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