What does effeminate mean?

adj. Having qualities or characteristics that are considered typically feminine.

effeminate

🇺🇸 /ɪˈfemɪnət/ 🇬🇧 /ɪˈfemɪnət/

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adjective

Having qualities or characteristics that are considered typically feminine.

The actor's effeminate mannerisms were criticized by some viewers.

Having qualities or characteristics that are considered typically feminine.