It s any usage that excludes or stereotypes one gender. The most common examples are using he as a generic pronoun, and man to mean the human race. It s imprecise. It s offensive. It perpetuates stereotypes.
Language influences our thoughts and beliefs.
Alternating he and she as generic pronouns 2. Using who instead of he . The writer who plans ahead will save a lot of effort. As someone grows older, he grows more reflective. He must be able to facilitate change.