Definition of INTERSECTIONAL

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).
  • Existing or occurring between sections or groups.

Origin / Etymology

From intersection + -al.

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