FEMINIZATION

feminization, feminisation

(noun) the process of becoming feminized; the development of female characteristics (loss of facial hair or breast enlargement) in a male because of hormonal disorders or castration

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

feminization (plural feminizations)

The act of feminizing, or the state of being feminized.

(biology) The development of female sex characteristics.

Antonyms

• masculinization, masculinisation

• masculization, masculisation

Source: Wiktionary


Fem`i*ni*za"tion, n.

Definition: The act of feminizing, or the state of being feminized.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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