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Definition of Transsexualism
1. Noun. Condition in which a person assumes the identity and permanently acts the part of the gender opposite to his or her biological sex.
Definition of Transsexualism
1. Noun. The state of being transsexual. ¹
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Definition of Transsexualism
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Transsexualism
1. Consistently strong desire to change ones anatomic sex and belong to the opposite sex, to change gender and do so by all available means (including surgery, hormonal treatment, dress, and lifestyle). Trans- is related to the latin verb transire , meaning to pass or cross over, or pass beyond. In transsexualism, one crosses over or passes beyond ones sex to the opposite sex. Transsexualism is thus distinct from mere cross-dressing which is termed transvestism (from the latin vestitus meaning clothed ). (a publicised instance of transsexualism involved the ophthalmologist dr. Richard raskind who became the professional tennis player, renée richards, on the ladies' tour.) (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Transsexualism
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