gender-fluid

American  

[jen-der-floo-id] / ˈdʒɛn dərˈflu ɪd /

Also genderfluid,

adjective

1. noting or relating to a person whose gender identity or gender expression is not fixed and shifts over time or changes depending on the situation.

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Usage

What does gender-fluid mean? Gender-fluid refers to a nonbinary gender identity or gender expression that’s not fixed and is capable of changing over time.

Other Word Forms

• gender fluidity noun

Etymology

Origin of gender-fluid

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

Anderson is known for his innovative styles and gender-fluid designs, and has created some iconic and recognisable looks throughout his career.

From BBC

Costume designer Enver Chakartash dressed the character, described at one point in the book as a “new womanly man,” in a mourning jacket and complicated skirt, with green socks adding a fey accent to the gender-fluid ensemble.

From Los Angeles Times

He is known for his innovative styles and gender-fluid designs, and has created some iconic looks such as singer Rihanna's Super Bowl half-time performance attire.

From BBC

Dior's latest collection embraced see-through material and presented it in an ethereal way, with intricate detailing and gender-fluid silhouettes.

From BBC

“Margiela’s business steadily climbed in recent years as Galliano infused its collections with campy, theatrical innovations, deconstructed designs and a gender-fluid sensibility as well as pushing the craftsmanship and creative impact of its ‘Artisanal’ line to new heights,” Business of Fashion reported.

From Los Angeles Times