phallocentric

phallocentric

English

Etymology

From phallo- +‎ -centric.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˌfalə(ʊ)ˈsɛntɹɪk/

Adjective

phallocentric (comparative more phallocentric, superlative most phallocentric)

1. Focused on the phallus, especially as a symbol of male dominance; characterised by male attitudes, focused on men. [from 20th c.]
   • 1996, David Foster Wallace, Infinite Jest, Abacus 2013, p. 25:

     His shame at what she might on the other hand perceive as his slimy phallocentric conduct toward her made it easier for him to avoid her, as well.

Related terms

• phallocentrism
• phallocratic

Translations

Focus on the phallus or on a male point of view.

Catalan: fal·locèntric (ca) French: phallocentrique (fr) Spanish: falocéntrico