trans person
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of trans person
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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If a trans person runs afoul of the law multiple times, they may be criminally charged with a misdemeanor.
From Slate ● Feb. 27, 2026
“I Saw the TV Glow,” that film is showing the internal struggle of a trans person, and trying to make you understand what it feels like to be trans.
From Salon ● Feb. 24, 2025
Swinney told MSPs that managers must "balance the needs of the trans person" to use such a facility "against the needs of other members of staff".
From BBC ● Feb. 20, 2025
Given the state of things, it feels good to have a trans person playing a trans character in a family comedy on our most consumed medium.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 5, 2025
Gascón would become the first trans person to be nominated in an acting category.
From BBC ● Jan. 22, 2025
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