2. Noun. One who is not a sexist. ¹
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Definition of Nonsexist
1. [n]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Nonsexist
Literary usage of Nonsexist
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of English Usage by Inc. Merriam-Webster (1994)
"Handbooks examining the question of the generic masculine from a nonsexist point
of view generally recommend several approaches to a solution. ..."
2. Report of the Missouri Task Force on Gender and Justice (1994)
"... the last decade many publishers, professional organizations, and academic
institutions have adopted guidelines for nonsexist, gender neutral usage. ..."
3. Theoretical Perspectives on Gender and Development by Jane L. Parpart, Patricia Connelly, Eudine Barriteau (2000)
"... Establishment of nonhierarchical relationships; • Expression of feelings and
concern for values; and • Use of nonsexist language. ..."
4. Empowering Families, Helping Adolescents: Family-Centered Treatment of edited by Wendy Snyder (1996)
"The current and ongoing work of the feminists is the development of nonsexist
and feminist systemic interventions and revision and adaptation of traditional ..."
5. Mechanically Inclined: Building Grammar, Usage, and Style Into Writer's Workshop by Jeff Anderson (2005)
"See the Web site of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) for current
guidelines on nonsexist language (ncte.org or ..."
6. Challenge and Promise of K-8 Science Education Reform by Margaret B. Cozzens (1997)
"Creating a nonsexist classroom. Instructor, (March): 45-46, 67. Stevens, F., and
Grymes, J. (1993). Opportunity to learn: Issues of equity for poor and ..."
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