labrys
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A two-headed axe used as a symbol of women's rights and lesbian identity
- noun
- /ˈlæbrɪs/
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labrys
- The ancient labrys serves as a powerful symbol of matriarchal leadership in several cultures.
Examples
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Wearing a necklace shaped like a labrys, she proudly celebrated her identity at the pride parade.
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The labrys is often seen on banners at feminist rallies.
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She wore a silver labrys pendant to show her support for women's rights.
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Historians have found images of the labrys in ancient Minoan art.
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The labrys is a powerful symbol of feminism.
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Many activists proudly display the labrys at rallies.
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The labrys is often used in feminist art to represent women's strength and empowerment.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Labrys was taken by feminist and lesbian groups because the ancient 'double-headed axe' stood for female power and authority in Minoan art. So today labrys can mean a symbol of lesbian identity, feminism, or women's strength.