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
He says that seemed to suggest a complex test, including whether the trans person passed as being of their lived gender, or whether they had had surgery.
From BBC ● Jan. 21, 2026
Ironically, most of these cases did not involve a single trans person.
From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2025
“As a trans person, getting arrested for me is a lot more complicated than it is for Chris,” Durham said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2025
Gascón would become the first trans person to be nominated in an acting category.
From BBC ● Jan. 22, 2025
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