Lesbianism: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ณ๏ธโ๐
lesbianism
[ หlez.bi.ษn.ษช.zษm ]
sexual orientation
Lesbianism refers to the sexual attraction or romantic relationships between women. It is recognized as a valid and legitimate sexual orientation in many cultures around the world. The term is sometimes used interchangeably with 'female homosexuality.' Societal acceptance of lesbian relationships has varied widely across history, with periods of both repression and celebration.
Synonyms
female homosexuality, same-sex attraction, sapphism.
Examples of usage
- She openly identifies her lesbianism in her writings.
- Lesbianism has been a topic of discussion in gender studies.
- The film explores themes of lesbianism and love.
- Many support groups advocate for understanding lesbianism.
Translations
Translations of the word "lesbianism" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lesbianismo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเฅเคธเฅเคฌเคฟเคฏเคจเคฟเคเคผเฅเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Lesbianismus
๐ฎ๐ฉ lesbianisme
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะตัะฑัะนััะฒะพ
๐ต๐ฑ lesbianizm
๐ฏ๐ต ใฌใบใใขใใบใ
๐ซ๐ท lesbianisme
๐ช๐ธ lesbianismo
๐น๐ท lezbiyenlik
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ์ฆ๋น์ธ์ฃผ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุซููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ lesbianismus
๐ธ๐ฐ lesbianizmus
๐จ๐ณ ๅฅณๅๆงๆไธปไน
๐ธ๐ฎ lezbizem
๐ฎ๐ธ lesbรญskur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะตัะฑะธัะฝะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแแแกแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lezbianizm
๐ฒ๐ฝ lesbianismo
Etymology
The term 'lesbianism' originates from the Greek island of Lesbos, home to the poet Sappho, who lived around 600 BCE. Sappho's poetry often expressed affection towards women, thus she became an early symbol of female same-sex desire. The modern usage of the term began to emerge in the 19th century when sexual identity categories were being formed. The late 20th century saw the rise of feminism which further advocated for the rights and recognition of lesbian relationships, promoting greater visibility and acceptance. The evolution of language around lesbian identity reflects broader societal attitudes towards homosexuality, evolving from taboo to a more accepted part of gender and sexual diversity discussions.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,193, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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