Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cross-dress

verb

/ˈkrɔsˌdrɛs/

Definition

To wear clothing typically associated with the opposite gender.

Examples

During the festival, many participants chose to cross-dress for fun.
He decided to cross-dress for the costume party, embracing a different persona.
Some artists in theater often cross-dress to portray characters more convincingly.

Meaning

Cross-dressing involves individuals dressing in clothes that are usually worn by the other sex, often to express their identity or for entertainment purposes.