crossdress

[ kraws-dres, kros- ]

verb (used without object)

1. to dress in clothing typically worn by members of a different gender.

Other Words From

• crossdresser noun
• crossdressing noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossdress¹

First recorded in 1965–70; cross ( def ) (in the sense “opposite, contrary”) + dress ( def ) (in the sense “to put clothing on”)