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binormativity

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • UK: /ˌbaɪ.nɔː.məˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/
  • US: /ˌbaɪ.nɔːɹ.məˈtɪv.ə.ti/
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  • rhymes with -ɪvɪti

1

noun

Meaning 1

The adoption of limiting (especially heterosexist-like) values, beliefs and norms into the bisexual community.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

The state or quality of being binormative, that is, of pertaining to, adhering to, or enforcing two norms.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From binormative + -ity.