The term Abjection literally means "the state of being cast out." In conteporary critical theory, it is often used to describe the state of often-marginalized groups, such as women or homosexuals. This term originated in the works of Julia Kristeva. Often, the term space of abjection is also used, referring to a space that abjected things or beings inhabit.
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Example Usage of Abjection
fuzzycontext: Hate speakerphones! Why would I want to hear my voice echoing in your office? Abjection.
MarieShani: @JoanMylie voui pour le trip hop ou pour l'Abjection ??
DjamL93: may be Abjection could help us. Coz Abjection Avenue is close to Sainthood path. Diamonds are hidden in the crap.
