unisex

American  

[yoo-nuh-seks] / ˈju nəˌsɛks /

adjective

1. of, designed, or suitable for any gender.

   unisex clothes.

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noun

1. the state or quality of being unisex.

2. unisex styles or fashions.

   a store specializing in unisex.

unisex British  

/ ˈjuːnɪˌsɛks /

adjective

1. of or relating to clothing, a hairstyle, etc, that can be worn by either sex

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Etymology

Origin of unisex

First recorded in 1965–70; uni- + sex ¹

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Example Sentences

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unisex

Matthew Price’s wardrobe for Ms. Sosanya could do as much to benefit the cause of unisex fashion as the Cathcarts strategy does to undermine the principle of the prenuptial agreement.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

“They look tough and unisex to me, with mild expressions, beautiful clothes, tights, ruffles and sleeves, plus a firearm. It’s a great symbol for being a warrior, especially as a small business owner.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026

Despite being marketed as an eau de parfum for men, the fragrance’s notes leaned more toward typically unisex scents.

From Salon ● May 27, 2026

Spanish brand Loewe, expected to stage its first menswear show under the guidance of US designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, will present a unisex collection during Women's Fashion Week in March.

From Barron's ● Jan. 18, 2026

One afternoon, when Andrew was hanging out at Sasha’s house, the two of them began looking at unisex names on Wikipedia.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater

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