Noun: feminization ,fe-mu-nu'zey-shun [N. Amer], ,fe-mu-nI'zey-shun [Brit]
- The process of becoming feminized; the development of female characteristics (loss of facial hair or breast enlargement) in a male because of hormonal disorders or castration
"Feminization can occur as a side effect of certain medications";
- feminisation [Brit]
Derived forms: feminizations
Type of: pathologic process, pathological process
Encyclopedia: Feminization