Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

bi-erasure

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 2.89 in modern English

Syllables: bi-era-sure
IPA

11

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

3

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The tendency to ignore, deny, or minimize the existence of bisexual people or of bisexuality.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Bi-erasure can also be pretty stressful – why are bisexual people never mentioned in media debates about same-sex marriage?"
"Some might argue that it leads to bi-erasure, as bisexuality is never discussed, but I'd give it time."
"According to several students interviewed, “bi-erasure” provides a case in point. “If people see a dude making out with a dude, everyone presumes to know he’s gay,” Cienfuegos explained. “He might say he’s bi, but people will actively not believe him.”"

Etymology

Clipping of bisexual erasure.

Usage

Uncountable

Frequently Paired Words

monosexism

Questions

What does bi-erasure mean?: The tendency to ignore, deny, or minimize the existence of bisexual people or of bisexuality.
Where does bi-erasure come from?: Clipping of bisexual erasure.

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