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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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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

Dr. Binfet has conducted numerous studies on the benefits of canine therapy, but to his knowledge, this is the first gender-specific study about canine therapy.

From Science Daily • Oct. 30, 2023

Vince, however, has a diplomatic answer: “I don’t think it was a gender-specific thing, I think it was just that he was a dog,” Vince said.

From New York Times • Aug. 3, 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

The Berlin International Film Festival dropped gender-specific awards from its lineup in 2021.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2022

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