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Cross-dressing

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. female clothing
2. wearing female clothing
3. Cross-dressing

This noun refers to the act of a male person dressing in women's clothing and presenting as female. It is used in contexts ranging from theatrical performance and cosplay to discussions of gender expression, and is a straightforward descriptive term without strong inherent judgment.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Apparently there's a cross-dressing contest at the local festival!

Sentence 2

She stated in her lecture, "Crossdressing is a mirror of society."

Sentence 3

She sighed and said, "I hate the atmosphere where people laugh at cross-dressing."

Sentence 4

Is it true that shop carries underwear for crossdressers too?

Sentence 5

She said, "Cross-dressing can be someone's saving grace."