gender-neutral

adjective

: not referring to either sex but only to people in general

gender-neutral language

Examples of gender-neutral in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Fran While sometimes short for Francesca or Francisco, Fran is gender-neutral. —

Christina Montoya Fiedler, Parents, 29 May 2024 The choreography, set in a gender-neutral style, is not traditionally Balinese, Danusugondo emphasized. —

Danielle Dowling, New York Times, 23 May 2024 As well as being gender-neutral and institutionally accurate, the original title is a powerful reminder of the civic virtue and founding purpose of the House of Representatives. —

Daniel Wirls, The Conversation, 16 May 2024 Also that year, the network went gender-neutral, embracing a decision to merge male and female performers into singular categories. —

Michael Schneider, Variety, 13 May 2024 And just like that, a grass-roots, gender-neutral masterpiece was born. —

The Editors, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024 Pick between five color options, like a gender-neutral teal, for kids from birth to 12 years old. —

Staff Author, Parents, 13 Apr. 2024 Challenge your family members, your co-workers, your peers, and yourself to use more gender-neutral language regarding periods. —

Caroline Colvin, Health, 9 Mar. 2024 Erin Eliza Design Gender Neutral Rainbow Baby Outfit This rainbow baby outfit is ideal to welcome the newest addition to the family thanks to its soft material and gender-neutral color. —

Maya Polton, Parents, 29 Mar. 2024

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