féminicide
/fe.mi.ni.sid/The killing of a woman or girl because of her gender, often as an extreme form of gender-based violence.
Les statistiques montrent une augmentation alarmante des féminicides dans le pays.
Statistics show an alarming increase in femicides in the country.
This term is used in legal and social contexts to highlight gender-based violence.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage in Context
Use 'féminicide' to emphasize the gendered aspect of violence against women, particularly in legal or activist discussions.
⚡Gold Rule
Gender-Specific Term
Always use 'féminicide' to refer to killings specifically targeting women due to their gender, not for general homicides.
📖Word Origin
From French 'féminin' (feminine) + 'cide' (from Latin 'caedere', meaning to kill). Coined to emphasize gender-based killings.
📝Usage Notes
The term is used to draw attention to the gendered nature of violence against women. It is often used in legal, activist, and academic contexts.