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to effeminate
verbgeneral useuncommon/ɐfɛmiˈnaɾ/a·fe·mi·nar
Definition
1To make or become effeminate; to give characteristics considered feminine.
Usage examples
“Some critics accused fashion of effeminating men.”
“Strict education tried to prevent boys from becoming effeminate.”
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Common combinations
to effeminate manners