unsex

verb

un·sex ˌən-ˈseks

unsexed; unsexing; unsexes

transitive verb

1

: to deprive of sex or sexual power

2

: to deprive of the qualities typical of one's sex

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of unsex was in 1606

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“Unsex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsex. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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Medical Definition

unsex

transitive verb

un·sex -ˈseks

: to deprive of sexual qualities or characteristics

especially : castrate sense 1a

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