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Folx
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a gender-inclusive or alternative spelling of "folks," used to address a group of people
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What is the origin and meaning of the word "folx"?
Folx is an alternative, gender-inclusive spelling of "folks" used to address a group of people in a way that explicitly signals inclusivity, particularly toward communities such as LGBTQIA+ individuals. The spelling gained popularity in activist and online spaces in the 2010s as a way to make language more welcoming and to challenge assumptions about gender and identity in group terms.
Examples
Hey folx, let's meet at the café later!
