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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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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

For example, it would enable the researchers to see if starting the drugs early improves wellbeing by reducing gender-specific body changes.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 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

Several regional theater award competitions, including the Helen Hayes Awards in Washington, the Barrymore Awards in Philadelphia and the Jeff Awards in Chicago, have eliminated gender-specific awards categories.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2023

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