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Transvestism (Noun)

Meaning

The practice of adopting the clothes or the manner or the sexual role of the opposite sex.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • Transvestism is a common aspect of many cultures, with men dressing as women in various forms of expression.
  • In the early 20th century, transvestism was seen as a sign of mental illness and was often subject to psychoanalytic interpretation.
  • Transvestism is distinct from transsexuality, although the terms are sometimes used interchangeably.
  • Drag culture has normalized transvestism for entertainment purposes, creating a safe space for experimentation.
  • Throughout history, transvestism has played a significant role in many artistic and cultural movements, such as Shakespeare's cross-dressing female characters.

Synonyms

  • Cross Dressing
  • Transvestitism

Hypernyms

  • Pattern
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