genderless
genderless — 形容詞
- genderlesspositive
- more genderlesscomparative
- most genderlesssuperlative
1. used to describe someone whose sense of self does not include any gender, or som
無性別的
不具有或不標示特定性別
used to describe someone whose sense of self does not include any gender, or something that is not connected to a particular gender category
Adina describes themself as genderless and uses they/them pronouns.
Adina 將自己描述為無性別者，並使用 they/them 作為人稱代詞。
describes a person who does not identify with any gender
Elena bought a genderless jacket from the unisex section of the store.
Elena 在百貨公司的中性專區買了一件無性別夾克。
modifies clothing items
The job advertisement used genderless language like 'server' instead of 'waiter' or 'waitress'.
那則徵才廣告使用了無性別的語言，例如用 server 代替 waiter 或 waitress。
Ryan designed a collection of genderless watches with plain black dials that anyone could wear.
Ryan 設計了一系列無性別手錶，採用樸素的黑色錶面，任何人都能佩戴。
The new dormitory has genderless bathrooms so that all students feel comfortable.
新的宿舍設有無性別廁所，讓所有學生都感到自在。
- gender-neutral
Both mean not tied to a specific gender, but 'gender-neutral' often focuses on fairness and inclusion (e.g., policy), while 'genderless' more directly describes the absence of gender.
- unisex
Used for things meant for both sexes (e.g., clothing, bathrooms), but does not apply to a person's identity as 'genderless' does.
- androgynous
Describes a blend of masculine and feminine qualities, whereas 'genderless' means neither is present or relevant.
- gendered
Refers to something clearly marked as male, female, or another specific gender.
用法筆記
Unlike 'unisex', which means designed for or shared by both men and women, 'genderless' suggests a complete absence of gender categories. The word can apply to a person's identity, to styles of clothing, or to language that avoids gender-specific terms.