gender-specific

American

[jen-der-spi-sif-ik] / ˈdʒɛn dər spɪˈsɪf ɪk /

adjective

for, characteristic of, or limited to either males or females.

Left-handedness is not gender-specific.

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gender-specific

She didn’t intend to call him out specifically or to be gender-specific, but she wanted to tap into the feeling she was hearing about from readers.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

Though she wasn’t out to her fans or the public during her career, a majority of her songs aren’t gender-specific — leaving room for listeners to interpret themselves.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 25, 2025

There must be a gender-specific approach to criminal justice, as women end up in prison because of things that are gender-specific in society.

From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2024

Moreover, it highlights the importance of gender-specific support measures.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 20, 2023

While there is solid agreement that standards cannot be lowered for females, many interpret that as prohibiting any gender-specific accommodations.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 21, 2023

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