adjective
androgynous
an-DRAH-juh-nuhs/ænˈdrɑːdʒənəs/
Having characteristics that are not exclusively masculine or feminine.
Short, softly styled hair and a tailored jacket create an androgynous look.
Etymology
The roots combine male and female in one person. That combination underlies the use for traits or an appearance that bring together masculine and feminine qualities.
In context
then there's the Dandy that's the kind of androgynous Seducer who mixes male and female characteristics
More examples
- The designer combines traditionally masculine and feminine details in androgynous outfits.
- His androgynous voice makes listeners unsure who is singing.
- She prefers an androgynous haircut that she can style several ways.
Forms
androgynous
androgyny noun — A blend of masculine and feminine characteristics.
Similar words
- gender-neutral
- Avoids marking gender rather than necessarily blending gender traits.
- gender-ambiguous
- Emphasizes unclear gender cues rather than a blend of traits.