intersectional

[ in-ter-sek-shuh-nl ]

adjective
  1. of or relating to to an intersection, or a place where two or more roads, lines, or elements meet: intersectional traffic flow.

  2. noting or relating to intersectionality, the theory that the overlap of social identities contributes to the specific type of oppression and discrimination experienced by an individual: Intersectional feminism raises the profile of underrepresented minority women and addresses many diverse challenges to gender equality.

Origin of intersectional

1
First recorded in 1845–50; intersection + -al1

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