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feminization

American  
[fem-uh-nuhz-ay-shuhn, -nahyz-] / ˌfɛm ə nəzˈeɪ ʃən, -naɪz- /

noun

feminizations plural
  1. the act, process, or result of making something feminine or of becoming feminine.


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I predicted that no-fault divorces would lead to what was later called the feminization of poverty.

From Scientific American Sep. 28, 2023

In 2018, it also began covering treatment that other plans consider "cosmetic," including breast augmentation, hair transplants and facial feminization.

From Reuters Jun. 26, 2023

So-called cosmetic surgeries such as breast implants or reductions, and even facial feminization procedures such as lip fillers or Botox, could also come under question.

From Salon Apr. 7, 2023

She recovered from her two facial feminization surgeries at Northwell Health in 2021 while working from home, turning her camera off during some calls.

From New York Times Mar. 17, 2022

This "feminization" of the American telephone was often commented on by foreigners.

From The Hacker Crackdown, law and disorder on the electronic frontier by Sterling, Bruce

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