PsychologyAugust 4, 2026

hyphenate

HY-fuh-nayt

Definition

A person who identifies with two or more distinct roles or labels at once, often used here to describe the complex identity of a mother who is also a founder.

Etymology

Derived from the punctuation mark 'hyphen,' which originates from the Greek 'hyphen' meaning 'together' or 'under one.' It evolved to describe items or identities joined together by this mark.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the 'multi-hyphenate mom-female-founder,' highlighting the societal pressure that tries to force women to choose between being a mother and being a business leader.

I Was Told I'm 'Just a Mom With a Side Hustle.' Here's What Those Words Reveal About Modern Business and Motherhood.

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entrepreneur.com

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