Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
female
adjective & noun
/ˈfiːmeɪl/
Definition
A term used to refer to the sex that produces eggs or ovum, typically in organisms like humans and animals.
Examples
- The female of the species is often more colorful than the male.
- She is a female athlete who competes in marathons.
- The female cat has given birth to a litter of kittens.
Meaning
The word ‘female’ describes individuals or organisms that have reproductive structures that are capable of producing eggs. In humans, females have two X chromosomes and are characterized by certain physical and biological traits.
Synonyms
- woman
- girl
- lady
- hen
