gender-neutral
adjective
: not referring to either sex but only to people in general
gender-neutral language
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Some allow for gender-neutral gender markers, like the letter X.
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Noelle Martin, The Conversation, 1 Mar. 2026
On the internet, that critique is often reduced to the idea that men are problematic—see manspreading, a concept that introduced a feminist interpretation of a previously gender-neutral annoyance by connecting it to men.
—Dan Brooks, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
At its launch, the watch was met with success, due to female consumers who liked the gender-neutral style.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
This gender-neutral name felt chic and unique back in the millennial days.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 20 Feb. 2026
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Noelle Martin, The Conversation, 1 Mar. 2026
On the internet, that critique is often reduced to the idea that men are problematic—see manspreading, a concept that introduced a feminist interpretation of a previously gender-neutral annoyance by connecting it to men.
—Dan Brooks, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
At its launch, the watch was met with success, due to female consumers who liked the gender-neutral style.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
This gender-neutral name felt chic and unique back in the millennial days.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 20 Feb. 2026
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“Gender-neutral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gender-neutral. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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