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malewife

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A man in a relationship with a dominant, assertive woman (a "girlboss"), taking on a traditionally feminine gender role (especially a stay-at-home dad).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Internet

Examples

  • Near-synonyms: househusband, henhussy (archaic, derogatory)

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: househusband, henhussy

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Compound of male + wife.