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unisex: Word of the day for July 25, 2021

unisex , adj :
Not distinguished on the basis of sex or gender; suitable for any sex or gender. (dated) Of or pertaining to only one sex or gender; unisexual. unisex n The state of not being distinguished on the basis of sex or gender; the state of being suitable for any sex or gender.
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