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male chauvinism

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male chauvinist
n.
A man whose behavior and attitude toward women indicate a belief that they are innately inferior to men.

male chauvinism n.

male chauvinism
n
the belief, held or alleged to be held by certain men, that men are inherently superior to women
male chauvinist  n & adj
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.male chauvinism - activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over womenmale chauvinism - activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women
sexism - discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex
Translations
male chauvinism nmaschilismo


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