girly

Definition

Characteristic of a stereotypical girl, very effeminate, gentle; unmasculine.

Etymology

From girl + -y (adjectival sufix).

Example Sentences

• "As a mom of two girls – including one who hopes Peyton Manning of the Denver Broncos calls her to play on his team in this week’s Super Bowl – I can totally relate. I, along with so many other parents, am frustrated about the definitions of what’s girly and what’s not, and the separate products and clothing offered to girls and boys."
• "The Forever21 of Korean makeup, Etude House is geared toward the girliest of girls – and Japanese tourists."
• "Where Lulu was a bit girlier and took more delight in gossip, Tea claims to be more focused on safety, but they general gist is similar."