phallogocentrism
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English
Etymology
From French phallogocentrisme (coined by Derrida), corresponding to phallo- + logocentrism.
Pronunciation
Noun
phallogocentrism (usually uncountable, plural phallogocentrisms)
- (poststructuralist theory) The privileging of masculinity in the use of speech, writing or modes of thought; phallocentrism expressed through language.
- 1990, Judith Butler, 1990 Preface to Gender Trouble:
- The task of this enquiry is to center on – and decenter – such defining institutions: phallogocentrism and compulsory heterosexuality.
- 1990, Judith Butler, 1990 Preface to Gender Trouble: