Language and Popular Culture
Patriarchy is a social system in which men hold primary power and dominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property. This structure impacts the way masculinity is expressed and understood in society, influencing language, behaviors, and relationships. In patriarchal systems, male authority often shapes norms around gender roles, defining what is deemed appropriate for men and women.
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