CultureAugust 27, 2026

genderless

JEN-der-less

Definition

Not categorized by or restricted to a specific gender; inclusive of or neutral toward all gender identities.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word 'gender' (type or kind), combined with the Old English suffix '-less' (without), meaning 'devoid of gender' or 'not distinguishing by gender'.

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