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gender identity

gender identity

Noun

pl: gender identities

This term describes a subjective, internal experience of self rather than an external biological classification. It is distinct from sexual orientation, which refers to whom a person is attracted to, and biological sex, which refers to physical attributes such as chromosomes and anatomy.

In contemporary social and medical contexts, the term is used to validate the autonomy of the individual in defining their own identity. It is frequently employed in discussions regarding transgender and non-binary experiences, where the internal sense of gender diverges from the sex assigned at birth.

Meanings

Noungender identity

A person's internal, deeply held sense of their own gender, which may or may not align with the sex they were assigned at birth.

Her gender identity is female, regardless of the biological markers present at birth.

Examples

Everyone has a gender identity regardless of whether it matches their birth sex.

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Everyone has a gender identity regardless of whether it matches their birth sex.

I need some time to explore my gender identity before I decide how to transition.

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I need some time to explore my gender identity before I decide how to transition.

The school counselor provides a safe space for students to discuss their gender identity.

School Life

The school counselor provides a safe space for students to discuss their gender identity.

Does my gender identity define everything about who I am as a person?

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Does my gender identity define everything about who I am as a person?

Medical professionals should respect a patient's stated gender identity during consultations.

Health

Medical professionals should respect a patient's stated gender identity during consultations.

She felt a sudden sense of peace once she finally understood her own gender identity.

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She felt a sudden sense of peace once she finally understood her own gender identity.

We must ensure that our corporate policies protect employees of every gender identity.

Business

We must ensure that our corporate policies protect employees of every gender identity.

I wonder if they realize how much their gender identity influences their art.

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I wonder if they realize how much their gender identity influences their art.

It is important to validate a child's gender identity to support their mental well-being.

Health

It is important to validate a child's gender identity to support their mental well-being.

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