androgynous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ænˈdrɒdʒɪnəs/

Definition

Having both masculine and feminine characteristics, or appearing to be neither exclusively male nor female.

Examples

• The singer is known for an androgynous look that defies conventional gender expectations.

• Many high-fashion designers have embraced androgynous clothing lines in recent years.

• Their androgynous features made them a popular choice for avant-garde photography.

Synonyms of androgynous

Words with a similar meaning to androgynous:

• unisex
• gender-neutral
• ambiguous
• hermaphroditic

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