ambigenal
|am-bi-gen-al|
C2
/ˌæm.bɪˈdʒiː.nəl/
both genders
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambigenal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ambi-' meaning 'both' and 'genus' meaning 'kind or gender'.
Historical Evolution
'ambi-' combined with 'genus' in Latin to form 'ambigenalis', which eventually became the modern English word 'ambigenal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having characteristics of both kinds or genders', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or having characteristics of both genders.
The ambigenal nature of the character made them relatable to a wider audience.
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Last updated: 2025/07/10 00:36