trans woman

American  

[trans woom-uhn, tranz] / ˈtræns ˌwʊm ən, ˈtrænz /

Or trans-woman,

noun

1. an adult who was assigned male at birth but whose gender identity is female.

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Sensitive Note

See male-to-female.

Etymology

Origin of trans woman

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

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trans woman

Today, Kelver, a 28-year-old trans woman, faces two felony charges—aggravated assault and possession of a deadly weapon with unlawful intent—which could carry up to 15 years in prison.

From Slate ● Jun. 4, 2026

In December 2024, a judgement in Scotland involving another NHS nurse, Sandie Peggie, who also complained about a trans woman colleague using the female changing rooms, came to a notably different conclusion.

From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2026

Among those who found the circle was Lucy, a freshman trans woman who had wandered past on her way to class and stayed.

From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2025

And yet, her presence as a Black Brazilian trans woman at the forefront of Latin music carries an undeniable cultural weight.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2025

Pacal's sister, Lux, is a trans woman and his comments aimed at Rowling are not the first time he's shown support for the community.

From Salon ● Apr. 25, 2025