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"Actor" is a English word that is still [[marked]] when the occupation refers to [[women]]'s work. Thus "actor" as a generic (i.e., [[gender-neutral]] category is belied by the common use of the word "actress", and, reciprocically, women who act are made invisible by use of the word "actor" as a specific term referring to ''male'' actors. | |||
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Revision as of 14:39, 20 March 2007
"Actor" is a English word that is still marked when the occupation refers to women's work. Thus "actor" as a generic (i.e., gender-neutral category is belied by the common use of the word "actress", and, reciprocically, women who act are made invisible by use of the word "actor" as a specific term referring to male actors.
Pages in category "Actors"
The following 13 pages are in this category, out of 13 total.