Girth & Mirth
Girth & Mirth
Girth & Mirth (pronunciation: /ɡɜːrθ ænd mɜːrθ/) is a term that originated in the late 20th century, primarily within the LGBTQ+ community. The term is often associated with groups that celebrate and promote body positivity, particularly among gay men of larger body sizes.
Etymology
The term "Girth & Mirth" is a combination of two English words. "Girth" refers to the measurement around the middle of something, in this case, a person's body. "Mirth" is an old English word for merriment or joy. The phrase thus suggests a celebration of larger body sizes and the joy that can be found in accepting and celebrating one's body.
Related Terms
- Body Positivity: An social movement advocating for the acceptance of all body types and sizes, and challenging societal beauty standards.
- Fat Acceptance Movement: A social movement seeking to change negative societal attitudes towards overweight and obesity.
- LGBTQ+: An acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and others. It represents a spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities.
- Bear Community: A subculture within the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating larger, often more masculine and hirsute men.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Girth & Mirth
- Wikipedia's article - Girth & Mirth
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