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*[[Fraysexual]] |
*[[Fraysexual]] |
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*[[Inactsexual]] |
*[[Inactsexual]] |
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*[[Lithosexual|Lithosexual |
*[[Lithosexual|Lithosexual]], formerly known as akiosexual |
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*[[Reciprosexual]] |
*[[Reciprosexual]] |
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=== Ace-Spec Microlabels === |
=== Ace-Spec Microlabels === |
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Some identities in the asexual spectrum are [[Microlabel|microlabels]] or identities that fall under the umbrella but cannot stand on their own and must be used in addition to another ace-spec label. Some common ace-spec microlabels include: |
Some identities in the asexual spectrum are [[Microlabel|microlabels]] or identities that fall under the umbrella but cannot stand on their own and must be used in addition to another ace-spec label. Some common ace-spec microlabels include: |
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*[[Aegosexual|Aegosexual |
*[[Aegosexual|Aegosexual]], also known as autochorisexual |
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*[[Apothisexual]] |
*[[Apothisexual]] |
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*[[Caedsexual]] |
*[[Caedsexual]] |
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Terms like [[sex-ambivalent]], [[sex-favorable]], [[sex-indifferent]], and [[sex-repulsed]] help ace-spec people explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec people may also have a non-standard understanding of [[attraction]], particularly [[sexual attraction]]. |
Terms like [[sex-ambivalent]], [[sex-favorable]], [[sex-indifferent]], and [[sex-repulsed]] help ace-spec people explain their relationship with sex. Ace-spec people may also have a non-standard understanding of [[attraction]], particularly [[sexual attraction]]. |
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Other terms help ace-spec people discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as [[Romantic Attraction|romantic orientation]], [[Split Attraction Model (SAM)|the Split Attraction Model]], and [[Tertiary Attraction|tertiary attraction]]. Terms like [[Angled Aroace|angled |
Other terms help ace-spec people discuss their orientation beyond sex, such as [[Romantic Attraction|romantic orientation]], [[Split Attraction Model (SAM)|the Split Attraction Model]], and [[Tertiary Attraction|tertiary attraction]]. Terms like [[Angled Aroace|angled]], [[Electio Aroace|electio]], and [[Oriented Aroace|oriented]] are useful for ace-spec people who are also part of the [[Aromantic Spectrum|aromantic spectrum]], also known as "aroace." |
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== Flag == |
== Flag == |
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Although the asexual flag can be used to represent the asexual spectrum, a flag was created that represents all ace-spec people, not just focusing on people who |
Although the asexual flag can be used to represent the asexual spectrum, a flag was created that represents all ace-spec people, not just focusing on people who exclusively identify as asexual. The flag was created by Tumblr user potionflags on July 25, 2020.<ref>[https://theflagarchive.tumblr.com/post/624655680467599360/asexual-spectrum-flag-while-i-like-the-asexual Tumblr post creating the asexual spectrum flag.]</ref> |
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The dark blue |
The dark blue or black stripe represents the asexual community, its history and solidarity. The purple stripe comes from the asexual flag and represents all asexual identities. The pink stripe represents self-determination, pride in one's identity, and acceptance of one's own and others' asexuality. The cream stripe represents diversity in experiences and types of attractions. |
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== References == |
== References == |
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[[Category:Ace-spec identity]] |
[[Category:Ace-spec identity]] |
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[[Category:Terminology]] |
[[Category:Terminology]] |