unisex

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noun

uni·​sex ˈyü-nə-ˌseks How to pronounce unisex (audio)
Synonyms of unisexnext
: the state or condition of not being distinguishable (as by hair or clothing) as to sex

unisex

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adjective

1
: not distinguishable as male or female
a unisex face
2
: suitable or designed for both males and females
unisex clothes

Examples of unisex in a Sentence

Adjective the new unisex fragrances that appeal to today's young people
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Adjective
In shoes, a unisex Crocs Classic Fleece Lined Clogs is 25 percent off, or $44.99 from $59.99, while a unisex Crocs Classic Glitter Clogs is 60 percent off, now at $21.99 from $54.99. Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025 Choose from black or white ceramic with a weightless, bold, sporty look that is distinctly unisex. Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025 At over a year, Harrison attests this ultra-soft and unisex robe is her save-in-a-fire piece. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2025 Meanwhile, architectural brooches are perfectly unisex and would look sophisticated on anyone’s lapel. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unisex

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1966, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1966, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of unisex was in 1966

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“Unisex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unisex. Accessed 12 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

unisex

adjective
uni·​sex
ˈyü-nə-ˌseks
: suitable or designed for both males and females
unisex clothing
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