"meninism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of men + feminism. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|men|feminism}} Blend of men + feminism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} meninism (uncountable)
  1. A movement or philosophy, often presented satirically, in favour of the rights and interests of men. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Masculism Related terms: meninist, masculism, masculinism
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