androgyny

/ændrədʒɪni/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality of having a combination of male and female characteristics, or a lack of distinction between male and female

“The androgynous model walked down the runway with confidence.”

2. noun

the quality or state of being neither distinctively masculine nor feminine in appearance, behavior, or character

“The androgyny in the artwork was a deliberate choice to subvert traditional notions of identity.”

3. noun

a person whose appearance or behavior is androgynous

“The androgynous individual was often mistaken for a member of the opposite sex.”

4. adjective

relating to or having the quality of androgyny

“The androgynous clothing store catered to individuals who rejected traditional gender norms.”

Synonyms

  • gender-neutral
  • non-binary
  • unisex

Antonyms

  • feminine
  • gender-specific
  • masculine