self-identification

American  

[self-ahy-den-tuh-fi-key-shuhn, -i-den-, self-] / ˈsɛlf aɪˌdɛn tə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən, -ɪˌdɛn-, ˌsɛlf- /

noun

1. identification of oneself with some other person or thing.

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Etymology

Origin of self-identification

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

Critics further argue that the new definition could exclude many transgender people, particularly those who rely on self-identification, including some trans men and women as well as non-binary and gender-fluid people.

From BBC

An alleged victim’s self-identification as such, Mr. Clayton told the judges, is all that is required for the department to conceal records on her behalf or remove records entirely.

From The Wall Street Journal

Instead, Jackman’s breakthrough came via deep self-identification.

From Los Angeles Times

The party's official position is that it campaigns for the right of self-identification for trans and non-binary people.

From BBC

As in nondigital spaces, the motivation behind that self-identification can be born from a genuine desire to share and connect with others, or it can be ego-driven.

From Slate