gender nonconformity

American  

[jen-der nahn-kuhn-fawr-mi-tee] / ˈdʒɛn dər ˌnɑn kənˈfɔr mɪ ti /

noun

1. gender expression that does not align with conventional expectations of gendered behavior or dress.

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Example Sentences

Ketchum has some constituents who have either never met a transgender person before — or the idea of gender nonconformity makes them uncomfortable.

From Seattle Times

Although Stoller’s parents have been supportive of gender nonconformity, Stoller is haunted by the notion of how it would feel to come out to one’s parents before being ready, while still sorting through the highly personal questions and emotions.

From Los Angeles Times

By singling out entertainment by “male or female impersonators,” the law identifies the content it aims to restrict: gender nonconformity.

From Slate

Styles has dropped so many references to his feelings about sexuality and his thoughts on gender nonconformity that fans regularly track them online.

From Los Angeles Times

Styles’ superstardom has solidified at a moment when pop music and its fans are increasingly accepting of queer identities and gender nonconformity.

From Los Angeles Times