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Language

Genderqueer

Genderqueer

Adjective

Describes a person whose gender identity falls outside the traditional gender binary (male/man versus female/woman). Other terms for people whose gender identity falls outside the traditional gender binary include non-binary, gender expansive, gender diverse, gender fluid, etc. Sometimes written as two words (gender queer).

Source

Adapted from The Fenway Institute

The Glossary for Culture Transformation is a living document to be revised on an annual basis.

Suggested Citation: Office of Equity, Vitality, and Inclusion, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center, and Boston University Medical Group. Glossary for Culture Transformation. 2021.

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