Definition: The term "Englishwomen" has two possible meanings: 1. a group of women in England, often referred to as the "Great Women's Movement". 2. an individual or group of English women who were involved in political activism. The first use of the term "Englishwomen" dates back to the late 19th century and refers to groups that championed English nationality rights for women, particularly those living in England prior to the passage of the Gender Recognition Act (1920). These groups included suffragettes, anti-embargo activists, and women's unions. The term "Englishwomen" was revived in 1974 when the British Labour Party adopted a new name policy, and it became more general. Today, the term "Englishwomen" is often used to refer to women who identify as English or have an English background. The second use of the term comes from recent political movements in England such as those advocating for gender equality and human rights issues. In these contexts, "Englishwomen" refers to individuals whose identity lies outside their nationality, which can include any group that is recognized by law as British, including people who are born in other countries but have a British passport or who otherwise live in the country legally. Both meanings of "Englishwomen" require that there be an identifiable group within the English-speaking world who is historically associated with and identifies with the right to vote, access to education, and other aspects of gender equality. The second meaning also includes individuals who are considered by others to have a British background or are born in England but identify as British citizens.
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