heterosexism 
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heterosexism definition
hetero·sex·ism (het′ər ō seks′iz′əm)
noun
discrimination against, insensitivity toward, or prejudicial stereotyping of, homosexuals by heterosexuals
Related Forms:
- heterosexist het′ero·sex′·ist adjective, noun
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heterosexism Usage Examples
Converse of object
- challenge: Morning session 1. Using the system: strategies for challenging heterosexism through official channels.
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