Hoyden (Noun)
Meaning
A girl who behaves in a boyish manner.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- She was known as a hoyden in her childhood for her love of climbing trees and playing rough sports.
- As a young hoyden, Emily never hesitated to join in a game of football with the boys in her neighborhood.
- Her parents were worried that their daughter's hoyden tendencies would make it difficult for her to fit in with traditional feminine roles.
- The rector's daughter was a hoyden who preferred to ride horses rather than learn domestic skills.
- Growing up, Abigail was often called a hoyden for her rowdy behavior and fondness for pranks and mischief.