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Folx
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a gender-inclusive or alternative spelling of "folks," used to address a group of people
SlangWhat 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!
Everyone in the chat greeted each other with " Hello folx! "
