Masculinization
noun
The process by which individuals or things develop or exhibit characteristics traditionally associated with males.
The masculinization of the toys available for children has led to a stereotype that boys should only play with trucks and cars.
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Neutral
gender roles,social behavior,cultural expectations
noun
A change in the physical or hormonal characteristics of an organism towards male features.
The masculinization of female animals can be observed in species exposed to certain hormones in their environment.
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Formal
hormonal treatment,physical development,animal behavior
noun
The process by which individuals or things develop or exhibit characteristics traditionally associated with males.
The masculinization of the toys available for children has led to a stereotype that boys should only play with trucks and cars.
Usage tips
Neutral
gender roles,social behavior,cultural expectations
noun
A change in the physical or hormonal characteristics of an organism towards male features.
The masculinization of female animals can be observed in species exposed to certain hormones in their environment.
Usage tips
Formal
hormonal treatment,physical development,animal behavior
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understand how context changes meaning
In gender studies, 'masculinization' might focus on societal pressures rather than biological factors.
Pro Tip 2/3Connotations
Recognize the emotional weight of the term
It can have negative connotations when associated with toxic masculinity.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage
Be mindful of when to use the term
Use it in discussions of gender identity and societal influence.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understand how context changes meaning
In gender studies, 'masculinization' might focus on societal pressures rather than biological factors.
Pro Tip 2/3Connotations
Recognize the emotional weight of the term
It can have negative connotations when associated with toxic masculinity.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage
Be mindful of when to use the term
Use it in discussions of gender identity and societal influence.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understand how context changes meaning
In gender studies, 'masculinization' might focus on societal pressures rather than biological factors.
Pro Tip 2/3Connotations
Recognize the emotional weight of the term
It can have negative connotations when associated with toxic masculinity.
Pro Tip 3/3Usage
Be mindful of when to use the term
Use it in discussions of gender identity and societal influence.
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