Definition of feminize Feminize

fem•i•nize

We found 5 definitions of feminize from 3 different sources.

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British English

feminise

American English

feminize

What does feminize mean?

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Verb

feminizes, feminizing, feminized  

feminize - assume (more) feminine characteristics; "feminized language"; "feminized frogs"
  feminise
  change undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature; "She changed completely as she grew older"; "The weather changed last night"
feminize - to give a (more) feminine, effeminate, or womanly quality or appearance to; "This hairdo feminizes the man"
  feminise, effeminize, effeminise, womanize
  modify, alter, change make less severe or harsh or extreme; "please modify this letter to make it more polite"; "he modified his views on same-gender marriage"
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  • feminize (v. t.)
    To make womanish or effeminate.

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