Meaning of bi-erasure | Babel Free
Definitions
The tendency to ignore, deny, or minimize the existence of bisexual people or of bisexuality.
Examples
“Bi-erasure can also be pretty stressful – why are bisexual people never mentioned in media debates about same-sex marriage?”
“Some might argue⟳ that it leads to bi-erasure, as bisexuality is never discussed, but I'd give⟳ it time.”
“According to several students interviewed, “bi-erasure” provides a case in point⟳. “If people see⟳ a dude making out with a dude, everyone presumes to know⟳ he’s gay,” Cienfuegos explained. “He might say⟳ he’s bi, but people will actively not believe⟳ him.””
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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