Occupational Inequality and Sex-Role Stereotyping in Dictionaries of English: A Causal Link?

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The book investigates the impact of outdated dictionaries on users' perceptions of gender and sexism in language. It analyzes how exposure to sexist language in these dictionaries may shape users' views, drawing on various examples to support its findings. By exploring the relationship between language and societal attitudes, the author aims to highlight the relevance of dictionary content in perpetuating or challenging sexist norms.