uni·sex
ˈyü-nə-ˌseks 
: the state or condition of not being distinguishable (as by hair or clothing) as to sex
1
: not distinguishable as male or female
a unisex face
2
: suitable or designed for both males and females
unisex clothes
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the new unisex fragrances that appeal to today's young people
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Anna Moeslein, Parents, 26 Oct. 2024
In 2021, the brand debuted a dress watch with a firmly unisex style and build, one with a simple, confident, and more traditional design: the Altaplano Origin 35 mm.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2024
There are also unisex pieces such as cashmere sweaters, crewnecks and the Ritz baseball cap.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 3 Dec. 2024
Taylor: Taylor Swift—arguably the most famous Taylor, besides her namesake James Taylor—once said in an interview that her mother intentionally gave her a unisex name to prevent any future gender-bias in her career.
—Anna Moeslein, Parents, 16 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
Gender-Neutral Medieval Baby Names Some unisex medieval baby names have a playful quality—like Josse, Foy, or Larkin—while others evoke strong or noble feelings.
—Anna Moeslein, Parents, 26 Oct. 2024
In 2021, the brand debuted a dress watch with a firmly unisex style and build, one with a simple, confident, and more traditional design: the Altaplano Origin 35 mm.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2024
There are also unisex pieces such as cashmere sweaters, crewnecks and the Ritz baseball cap.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 3 Dec. 2024
Taylor: Taylor Swift—arguably the most famous Taylor, besides her namesake James Taylor—once said in an interview that her mother intentionally gave her a unisex name to prevent any future gender-bias in her career.
—Anna Moeslein, Parents, 16 Sep. 2024
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“Unisex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unisex. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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