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feminization

fe·mi·ni·zation

US/ˌfɛmɪnɪˈzeɪʃən/ uncommon

noun

1.

the process of becoming feminized; the development of female characteristics (loss of facial hair or breast enlargement) in a male because of hormonal disorders or castration

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Origin

From feminize + -ation.

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