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feminine

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adjective

fem·​i·​nine ˈfe-mə-nən How to pronounce feminine (audio)
1
a
: considered to be characteristic of women
stereotypically feminine traits/characteristics
feminine charm/beauty
: marked by or having qualities, features, etc. traditionally associated with women
… the actress gave the classic black-and-white tuxedo a feminine spin with a Ralph Lauren jumpsuit. Accessories included diamond necklaces and earrings, black pumps, and a black bow tie. Chelsey Sanchez
While traditionally considered feminine, floral scents are gaining popularity in men's fragrances. The Salt Lake Tribune
b
: of, relating to, or being a woman or girl
(dated) the feminine [=female] members of the family
"She was like a feminine version of Mick Jagger," says Sheryl Crow, a good friend and collaborator … Jada Yuan
also : of, relating to, or intended for women or girls
feminine empowerment
feminine sexuality
(dated) This classification includes all feminine [=women's] garments commonly known as lounge or hostess wear … Federal Register
c
: of or relating to feminine hygiene
feminine products
2
grammar : of, relating to, or constituting the gender (see gender entry 1 sense 1a) that ordinarily includes most words or grammatical forms referring to females as well as other words and forms either systematically or arbitrarily in the same category
The word for "cat" is feminine in German (die Katze) and masculine in Spanish (el gato).
3
a
poetry : being an unstressed and usually additional final syllable after the final complete foot (see foot entry 1 sense 4) in a line of verse
a feminine ending
b
of rhyme : having an unstressed final syllable
4
of a musical cadence : ending on an unaccented beat
a short, wistful piece ending with a feminine cadence
femininely adverb
feminineness
ˈfe-mə-nə(n)-nəs How to pronounce feminine (audio)
noun

compare masculine

feminine

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noun

plural feminines
1
grammar
a
: a noun, pronoun, adjective, or inflectional form or class of the feminine (see feminine entry 1 sense 2) gender
b
: the feminine (see feminine entry 1 sense 2) gender
2
a
: the embodiment or conception of an idealized feminine nature
the power of the divine feminine
b
: the set of qualities, features, etc. traditionally associated with women
… art that celebrates women but also confronts and explores representations of the feminine. Samantha Cooper
… Ellen in her fine suit of black, with her cloak and high-heeled boots, looking, in every respect, like a young gentleman; in an hour after having dropped her male attire, and assumed the habiliments of her sex the feminine only was visible in every line and feature of her structure. William Still

compare masculine

Synonyms

Adjective

Example Sentences

Adjective The book examines the subject from a feminine perspective. They've added some feminine touches to the decor. The feminine form of the Spanish adjective “lindo” is “linda.” Noun The feminine of the Spanish adjective “lindo” is “linda.”
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
The most important thing for me is to feel strong and confident and bring out the masculine and feminine in my personality. Irene Kim, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2022 The protagonist’s ability to forge a compromise comes from developing a balance between masculine and feminine qualities. Stephen Humphries, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Aug. 2022 Many world languages, like French, make every noun either masculine or feminine. New York Times, 1 Aug. 2022 The Lovers: Temptation, commitment, balancing masculine and feminine energy, being at a crossroads and needing to make a clear choice, partnerships (romantic or business). Meghan Rose, Glamour, 19 July 2022 Popular social media feeds like League Fits, Protrending or GQ Sports highlight WNBA players walking into games wearing ensembles that go between masculine and feminine or casual to dressy. Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2022 Keovorabouth, who uses they/them pronouns, is Diné from the Navajo Nation and identifies as Nadleeh, which means a balance of masculine and feminine energies to the Diné peoples. Jarrette Werk, oregonlive, 4 July 2022 And given the rise in both cottagecore and Regencycore — trends that exhibit themselves in Brock Collection signatures like corsets, feminine frocks, and delicate florals — this collection, which lands on June 24, couldn’t arrive soon enough. Eliza Huber, refinery29.com, 25 May 2021 Like mothers looking over their children, the all-seeing, feminine-bodied forms implore visitors to go forward with respect and honor for all that came before. Chadd Scott, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022
Noun
The divine masculine is typically associated with action, and power, and growth, while the divine feminine is associated with emotions, caring for others, and intuition. Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, 16 June 2021 The garments themselves tell a story of celebrating the sacristy of women and embracing the divine feminine that is. Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, 25 Aug. 2022 From fluorescent pink to fuchsia, this bold, aggressive colour has become deeply embedded in the collective psyche as a shorthand for all things both feminine and femme. Katy Kelleher, refinery29.com, 14 July 2022 Could church leaders somehow sense the divine feminine reawakening? Cassady Rosenblum, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2022 Take a spin in this feminine, floral belted dress and watch the compliments roll in. Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 16 Mar. 2022 Amid the mystery, there has been an explosion of Latter-day Saint works about the divine feminine, celebrating her in poetry, song and art. The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Mar. 2022 His appeal for wisdom was an appeal to the divine feminine. The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Mar. 2022 Those bodies, especially those that differ from a feminine—and, often, white—ideal, have, for a long time, been castigated as too muscular, too masculine, too threatening. Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 17 Mar. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective and Noun

Middle English, from Anglo-French feminin, from Latin femininus, from femina woman; akin to Old English delu nipple, Latin filius son, felix, fetus, & fecundus fruitful, felare to suck, Greek thēlē nipple

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of feminine was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing feminine

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