heterosexism

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English [edit]

Etymology [edit]

From heterosex(ual) and -ism; modelled on sexism.

Noun [edit]

heterosexism (plural heterosexisms)

  1. The assumption made when relating to others that everyone is heterosexual.
  2. Discrimination against homosexuals, bisexuals and asexuals in favor of heterosexuals.

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