femininity
Americannoun
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the quality of being feminine
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womanhood
Other Word Forms
- hyperfemininity noun
- overfemininity noun
- superfemininity noun
Etymology
Origin of femininity
First recorded in 1350–1400, femininity is from the Middle English word femininite. See feminine, -ity
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Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, fashion—that is, clothing that changes for the sake of change—became associated with frivolity and femininity.
How would you compare the idea of femininity on “Virgin” to the ideas on your earlier records?
From Los Angeles Times
They exuded femininity, but were a powerful statement of equality.
From BBC
She is the most followed rugby player - male or female - in the world, with millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram thanks to content that celebrates her strength and femininity.
From BBC
She enjoys actively expressing her femininity and believes that playing rugby and enjoying style and beauty are not mutually exclusive.
From BBC
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