An example of linguistic sexism in English is the

A) use of the term "suffragist."
B) description of a woman versus a man as a professor.
C) use of terms such as "poet" or "actor" for both sexes.
D) use of the term "man" to refer to humans in general.

Linguistic Sexism

Refers to the way language reflects or promotes gender inequality, often through the use of gender-biased terms or expressions.

Masculine Generics

Language use where masculine terms are used to refer to people regardless of their gender, often leading to the invisibility or devaluation of women and non-binary individuals.

Suffragist

Suffragist refers to an individual, particularly in the early 20th century, who advocated for extending the right to vote, especially to women.