Gendered language includes words or phrases that subtly or overtly reflect stereotypes associated with a particular gender. Identification begins with understanding these terms, such as “aggressive” often being coded masculine or “nurturing” coded feminine. Becoming familiar with lists of gendered words helps in spotting them in job descriptions.
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