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female

[fee-meyl] / ˈfi meɪl /
ADJECTIVE
having the qualities or characteristics of a woman
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


ADJECTIVE
of the sex that produces offspring
Synonyms
STRONGEST
childbearing offspring-bearing


Example Sentences

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The answer, as it turns out, was by leaning into female and queer audiences.

From Los Angeles Times

It is not known who the unidentified female is, as her face was redacted before publication, or when or where the images were taken.

From BBC

Scottish Prison Service policy says inmates are assessed on an individual basis, with rules based on whether they could pose a risk to female prisoners.

From BBC

His work drew a large female readership, typically uncommon for comic-book writers.

From Los Angeles Times

The notice to Congress said that the shooting happened when Pretti resisted arrest after officers were unable to get him and a female protester out of the street.

From Salon