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Noun: sexism  'sek,si-zum
  1. Discriminatory or abusive behaviour towards members of the opposite sex
    "sexism occurs in many workplaces"

Derived forms: sexisms

Type of: discrimination, favoritism [US], favouritism [Brit, Cdn]

Encyclopedia: Sexism