plural autists
sometimes offensive
: autistic
Note: While this term is used by some autistic people to refer to themselves, it may be considered offensive when used by someone who is not autistic.
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“Autist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/autist. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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