androglossia

noun

Meaning

The linguistic bias or practice of using male-centric language as the default or universal standard for all speakers.

Examples

  • Critics argue that androglossia has historically limited the visibility of feminine perspectives in academic literature.
  • The professor explained that androglossia often manifests in the persistent use of masculine pronouns to represent mixed-gender groups.

Synonyms: androcentrism, male bias, sexism, patriarchy