feminisation

• Nom désignant le processus par lequel un individu ou un groupe acquiert des caractéristiques féminines, que ce soit par des changements biologiques, des traitements médicaux, ou des évolutions sociales et culturelles.

A noun referring to the process of acquiring female characteristics, which can occur in males due to hormonal imbalances, medical treatments, or castration.

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1. Development of female characteristicsC1formalmedical

   The process of developing female physical characteristics in a male, often due to hormonal changes or medical treatment.

   Féminisation

   • The patient experienced feminisation as a side effect of the medication.
   • Hormonal imbalances can lead to feminisation in men.
   • The study examined feminisation in individuals undergoing hormone therapy.

   Synonymesfeminization

   Antonymesmasculinisation

2. Social or cultural processC1formal

   The process by which something becomes more associated with or dominated by women or female qualities.

   Féminisation

   • The feminisation of the teaching profession has been a long-term trend.
   • Some argue that the feminisation of language is important for equality.
   • The feminisation of poverty refers to the disproportionate number of women living in poverty.

   Synonymesfeminization

   Antonymesmasculinisation