genderswap

American

[jen-der-swahp] / ˈdʒɛn dərˌswɑp /

verb

to create a transformative work (such as a performance or a piece of art or writing) in which an existing character's gender is changed.

noun

a transformative work in which an existing character's gender is changed.
an instance of a change to a character's gender within a transformative work.

adjective

featuring or involving a pre-existing character whose gender has been changed.

Usage

The terms genderswap and genderbend are often used interchangeably for portraying a character as a different gender. However, genderswap often refers specifically to changing a character from one gender to another, especially from male to female or vice versa, whereas genderbend can refer more broadly to reimagining, portraying, or performing a character in ways that differ from the character’s established gender.

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The fact that a genderswap has been recognized by Hollywood is simply the fruition of our homegrown Rule 63.

From Forbes ● Jul. 10, 2015

Talented fan artists and cosplayers have outdone themselves with genderswapped imitations of their favorite characters.

From Forbes ● Jul. 10, 2015

One of the most famous is the genderswapped Justice League, which includes Batma’am, Superma’am, Power Boy and others.

From Forbes ● Jul. 10, 2015

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