passwoman

/ˈpæswʊmən/

Definitions

1. noun

a woman who passes as a man, often to gain access to male-only spaces or to escape social or cultural expectations.

“The passwoman was able to join the all-male sports team without arousing suspicion.”

Synonyms

  • male impersonator
  • passer
  • transgender woman

Antonyms

  • ciswoman
  • female