Analysis Of The Word Bitch

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In the article “bitch” by Beverly Gross, she argues by using the word “bitch” is a power that is based on the ability to subjugate. Furthermore, she examines the usage that is associated with the word “bitch” not only to demonstrate the means or connotations but goes in depth with the history behind the word and how the word could denounce power. Gross discusses about the position of power is based on the subjugation and how the word “bitch” is used as a tool. Gross did various researches about the word “bitch” and its usage. She discusses about the word “Bitch” and how the word is used when a man feels threatened: (148). When She implies the word “bitch” is use as a weapon for degrading and to denounce

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