gynarchic
|gyn-arch-ic|
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/ˌɡaɪˈnɑrkɪk/
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/ˌɡaɪˈnɑːkɪk/
rule by women
Etymology
'gynarchic' originates from Greek elements, specifically 'gynē' meaning 'woman' and 'arkhos' meaning 'ruler' (via New Latin/Modern formation).
'gynarchic' is formed from Greek 'gynē' + 'arkhos' → New Latin/modern coinage 'gynarchy' (noun) and the related adjectival form 'gynarchic' in English.
Initially it referred specifically to 'rule by women'; this primary sense has been retained in the modern adjective meaning 'related to or characterized by female rule.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
of or relating to gynarchy; characterized by rule or governance by women.
The small island maintained a gynarchic council that made most political decisions.
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