sex change
Americannoun
noun
Sensitive Note
Etymology
Origin of sex change
First recorded in 1920–25 (in reference to hermaphrodite organisms that can change their sex); 1960–65 for current sense
Example Sentences
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Its findings are among the strongest yet that sex change treatments don’t help—and are more likely to hurt—these vulnerable young patients.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 29, 2026
Since at least 1998, the county's plan has excluded coverage for "services and supplies for a sex change," an outdated term to refer to surgeries or medications related to gender transition.
From Salon ● Mar. 20, 2023
But the county health plan had excluded sex change surgery and drugs since 1998.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 11, 2022
Topping the priority list for Ganserer, who was elected to Bavaria’s regional parliament in 2013, is an easier procedure for ratifying a sex change on identity documents.
From Reuters ● Sep. 27, 2021
“The sex change in this species is remarkable because it’s so quick,” Todd said.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 10, 2019
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