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masc
What does masc mean?
Short for masculine or masculine-presenting. In WLW use it's the umbrella for the whole masculine side of the spectrum, from soft masc all the way to butch. Unlike 'butch', which is lesbian-specific, 'masc' travels across the queer world — gay men and trans folks use it too, often in the dating-profile sense of 'masc4masc'.
"She's looking for someone more masc — flannels, short hair, that whole energy."
Frequently asked questions
What does masc mean?
Masc is an umbrella term for masculine-presenting, ranging from soft masc to full butch.
How do you use masc in a sentence?
"She's more on the masc side of things."
What is masc short for?
It's short for masculine, used to describe a masculine presentation or style.
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