Meaning of the word bluestocking in English
What does bluestocking mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bluestocking
US /ˈbluːˌstɑː.kɪŋ/
UK /ˈbluːˌstɒk.ɪŋ/
Noun
an intellectual or literary woman
Example:
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She was often dismissed as a mere bluestocking, but her ideas were revolutionary.
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The term 'bluestocking' originally referred to women who valued intellectual pursuits over traditional domestic roles.