tomboy

[ tom-boi ]
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noun

  1. an energetic, sometimes boisterous girl whose behavior and pursuits, especially in games and sports, are considered more typical of boys than of girls.

Origin of tomboy

1
First recorded in 1545–55; Tom + boy

Other words from tomboy

  • tomboyish, adjective
  • tom·boy·ish·ly, adverb
  • tom·boy·ish·ness, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for tomboy

tomboy

/ (ˈtɒmˌbɔɪ) /

noun

  1. a girl who acts or dresses in a boyish way, liking rough outdoor activities

Derived forms of tomboy

  • tomboyish, adjective
  • tomboyishly, adverb
  • tomboyishness, noun

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