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unisex

American

[yoo-nuh-seks] / ˈju nəˌsɛks /

adjective

of, designed, or suitable for any gender.

unisex clothes.

noun

the state or quality of being unisex.
unisex styles or fashions.

a store specializing in unisex.

unisex British

/ ˈjuːnɪˌsɛks /

adjective

of or relating to clothing, a hairstyle, etc, that can be worn by either sex

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of unisex

First recorded in 1965–70; uni- + sex ¹

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unisex

It said it would now ensure unisex facilities were available across its hospital sites and would continue to review its policies.

From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026

Despite being marketed as an eau de parfum for men, the fragrance’s notes leaned more toward typically unisex scents.

From Salon ● May 27, 2026

There were also long wool dresses and very wide skirts -- a further move towards presenting unisex collections which the industry is increasingly adopting, further blurring the lines between women's and men's fashion.

From Barron's ● Jan. 21, 2026

Guys are looking for innovative formulas that target specific concerns and are made for men, not unisex.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 27, 2025

I tried holding my breath as I followed two unisex raincoats through the door.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer

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