gender role
noun
the culturally determined set of behaviors, attitudes, and traits that are considered acceptable for a person based on their gender.
gender roles
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pluralof gender role.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"The JP Morgan case has drawn enormous interest because of the reversal of stereotypical gender roles, meaning many more people are seeking out information beyond what is coming from official channels," Scheirer said.
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
Burden’s marriage began to settle into the traditional gender roles of homemaker and breadwinner, despite the fact that it was Burden who had financed their lifestyle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 31, 2026
The Wives’ appeal is in the way they challenge such calcified definitions of “traditional” gender roles.
From Salon ● Mar. 21, 2026
That sense of safety also comes from the level playing field in gay romance - it does not have the fixed gender roles and stereotypes present in heterosexual love stories.
From BBC ● Feb. 26, 2026
"Don't get so hung up on gender roles," Eleanor said.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
