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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.

Example Sentences

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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

The CDC reports that girls are experiencing mental health issues at nearly double the rate of boys, making gender-specific services particularly important.

From Seattle Times • May 30, 2023

“I wanted to show her influence on the early development of rock ’n’ roll, puncturing the gender-specific notion of the ‘guitar god.’

From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2023

The Grammys abandoned gender-specific awards a decade ago, starting in 2012.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2022

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