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gendered

/ˈdʒɛndərd/ adjective · British & US
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What does gendered mean?

adjective

Having a quality or character that is associated with one sex rather than the other; characterized by or relating to the social or cultural differences between men and women.

Example

"The film's portrayal of women was criticized for being overly gendered, reinforcing negative stereotypes."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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