1. Discrimination, prejudice, or hatred directed at Black women, combining misogyny with anti-Black racism.
Usage: Contemporary term; primarily used in academic, social justice, and cultural discourse; Coined by scholar Moya Bailey in 2010

Examples

• The film was criticized for perpetuating misogynoir through its stereotypical portrayal of Black female characters.
• Activists have worked to raise awareness about misogynoir in workplace hiring practices.
• Misogynoir affects Black women's access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities.
• The hashtag campaign aimed to document instances of misogynoir in social media.
• Scholars argue that misogynoir is distinct from racism or sexism alone because it targets Black women specifically.
• The organization focuses on combating misogynoir through policy advocacy and community education.