androgeny

noun

Pronunciation: /ænˈdrɒdʒɪni/

Definition

The quality or state of having both masculine and feminine characteristics, often manifested in appearance or behavior.

Examples

• The artist was celebrated for the subtle androgeny of their stage persona.

• Fashion trends in the 1970s often experimented with themes of androgeny.

• The character's androgeny made it difficult for the audience to determine their gender identity.

Synonyms of androgeny

Words with a similar meaning to androgeny:

• unisex
• gender-neutral
• androgynous
• hermaphroditism

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