herstory

noun her·sto·ry \ˈhər-st(ə-)rē\

plural her·sto·ries

Definition of HERSTORY

: history; specifically : history considered or presented from a feminist viewpoint or with special attention to the experience of women

blend of her and history

First Known Use: 1970

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