[ˈfɛmɪnɪn]

Definitions

1. adjective

having qualities or characteristics traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or weakness

“Her feminine touch in decorating the room was evident in the choice of colors and fabrics.”

2. noun

a word or phrase that is grammatically masculine but has a feminine sense or connotation

“The word ‘poet’ is often considered a feminine noun in many languages.”

3. noun

a quality or characteristic traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or weakness

“Her feminine side was evident in the way she handled the difficult situation with empathy.”

4. adverb

in a way that is traditionally associated with women, such as delicately or weakly

“She moved through the forest with a feminine quietness, not wanting to disturb the wildlife.”