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gender equality

American  

noun

  1. the state of having the same rights, status, and opportunities as others, regardless of one's gender.


Etymology

Origin of gender equality

First recorded in 1970–75

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Since then, though, succession has become a surprisingly powerful engine of gender equality in Congress.

From Slate Jul. 24, 2026

I would enshrine gender equality in the Constitution, explicitly clarifying that the Equal Rights Amendment is part of our founding document.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 1, 2026

King and Kloss co-founded the Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative to promote inclusive workplaces and gender equality.

From Los Angeles Times May 19, 2026

Pooja, played by Prasanna Bish, is educated, socially conscious and talks about gender equality and dignity.

From BBC Apr. 11, 2026

Most young Soviet women found themselves struggling against the inconsistency of the Communist Party’s approach to gender equality.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein

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