woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle

The phrase "woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle" is a feminist slogan of the late 20th century, popularized by Australian writer and activist Irina Dunn in 1970. It symbolizes the idea that women do not depend on men for their happiness, success, or fulfillment. It signifies that women are capable of being independent and self-sufficient without relying on romantic or male companionship. Just as fish do not rely on bicycles for their survival, the phrase implies that women do not need men to thrive and can exist and thrive on their own.