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crossdress

[ kraws-dres, kros- ]

verb (used without object)

  1. to dress in clothing typically worn by members of a different gender.


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  • crossdresser noun
  • crossdressing noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of crossdress1

First recorded in 1965–70; cross ( def ) (in the sense “opposite, contrary”) + dress ( def ) (in the sense “to put clothing on”)

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