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Definition of ladyboy

ladyboy

/ˈleɪ.di.bɔɪ/
la · dy · boy
Plural:ladyboys
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• noun

1

In Thailand and parts of Southeast Asia, a transgender woman or an effeminate gay man (often used to translate the Thai term kathoey).

Example

"The documentary explored the cultural history and social status of ladyboys in modern Thai society."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While commonly used in Southeast Asia (particularly as an English translation of the Thai term 'kathoey'), the term is widely considered informal or potentially offensive in Western contexts when referring to transgender women.

• Nearby Words

lady's slipper
lady's slippers
ladybird
ladyboy
ladybug
ladyfinger
ladyfish

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ladyboy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ladyboy
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