gender nonconforming

American

[jen-der nahn-kuhn-fawrm-ing] / ˈdʒɛn dər ˌnɑn kənˈfɔrm ɪŋ /

adjective

having or relating to a gender expression that does not align with conventional expectations of gendered behavior or dress.

Example Sentences

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About that record: Let’s be crystal clear that trans and gender nonconforming people were crucial to the Stonewall rebellion—as were lesbians and gay men, and even some straight people.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2025

The proposal would define that to include women, people of color, those with disabilities, military veterans, people adhering to particular religious beliefs and people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, nonbinary or gender nonconforming.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 19, 2024

The person potentially inhabits both masculine and feminine spirits while also being gender nonconforming.

From Salon • Jan. 9, 2024

“This includes disinformation about LGBTQIA+ curriculum, sex education, and supporting transgender and gender nonconforming youth.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2023

According to research from the Journal of Hate Studies, FBI statistics show that hate crimes against transgender and gender nonconforming individuals increased 587 percent between 2013 and 2019.

From Scientific American • May 19, 2023

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