intersectional

in·ter·sec·tion·al

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-ter-sek-shuh-nl]
- /ˌɪn tərˈsɛk ʃə nl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-ter-sek-shuh-nl]
- /ˌɪn tərˈsɛk ʃə nl/

Definitions of intersectional word

adjective intersectional of or relating to to an intersection, or a place where two or more roads, lines, or elements meet: intersectional traffic flow. 1
adjective intersectional noting or relating to intersectionality, the theory that the overlap of social identities contributes to the specific type of oppression and discrimination experienced by an individual. 1
noun intersectional Of or relating to intersectionalism. 1
adjective intersectional of or forming an intersection 0
adjective intersectional between sections or regions 0

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Origin of intersectional

First appearance:

before 1845

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1845-50; intersection + -al1

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Parts of speech for Intersectional

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intersectional popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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