1. Plural of lesbianism; instances, expressions, or manifestations of lesbian identity, culture, or practice.
Usage: Formal or academic usage; Often used in cultural, historical, or literary contexts
2. Characteristics, behaviors, or attitudes associated with lesbian communities or lesbian culture.
Usage: Descriptive usage in sociology and cultural studies

Examples

• The exhibition explored various lesbianisms across different historical periods and cultures.
• Scholars have documented diverse lesbianisms in literature and art throughout the twentieth century.
• The conference examined how different lesbianisms are represented in contemporary media.
• Her research focuses on the intersections of race and class within various lesbianisms.
• The book analyzes multiple lesbianisms rather than treating lesbian identity as monolithic.