femininefondamentaleand
Femininefondamentaleand is a coined term that appears in certain feminist and speculative discussions to refer to a foundational feminine principle shaping social, ethical, and political thought. It is not widely recognized in mainstream lexicons and lacks a single canonical definition, existing instead as a conceptual prompt used by various authors to explore gendered foundations of society.
Etymology and usage are informal. The word fuses feminine with fondAMENTALE, a form reminiscent of the Italian
Conceptual interpretations diverge. Some proponents describe the term as a principle that elevates care, relationality, reciprocity,
Applications and debates. In fiction and theory, the concept can be used to imagine alternative governance