genderqueer
or gen·der queer, gen·der-queer
[ jen-der-kweer ]
/ ˈdʒɛn dərˌkwɪər /
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adjective
relating to or having a gender identity that is other than male or female, is a combination of the two genders, or is on a continuum between the two genders: She identifies as genderqueer.
questioning one’s gender identity.
noun
such a person.
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Origin of genderqueer
usage note for genderqueer
See gender1.
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Example sentences from the Web for genderqueer
“It’s made me feel closer, more connected, and less alone,” says Ada, a 24-year-old genderqueer lawyer who only gave her first name out of fears for her safety.
Queer Nigerians Hoped the Clubhouse App Would Be a Safe Haven. It's Become Another Breeding Ground for Bigotry|Nelson C.J / Lagos|February 26, 2021|TimeOf those who indicated their gender, 203 identify as women, 109 identify as men, and 11 identify as nonbinary, genderqueer, two-spirit, or gender nonconformist.