"Lesbofeminism". Acronym, a word formed by the union of the words lesbianism plus feminism. A school of thought developed by women who identify themselves as lesbians. It asserts that heterosexuality functions as an institution that supports patriarchy, male supremacy, and female subordination. In addition, she considers heterosexuality and marriage to be central to patriarchy for the maintenance of male supremacy. One of its main references is the political scientist and lesbian feminist, Sheila Jeffreys.
