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Meaning of malewife | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

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).

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Examples

“Near-synonyms: househusband, henhussy (archaic, derogatory)”
“haechan and jaemin realising they're the designated malewives is cracking me up pls”
“Girlboss And Malewife […] As noted by @ULTRAGLOSS, Alice fulfills the role of an independent and confident girl-boss while Jasper fits the role of her supportive and idolizing male-wife.”
“Cinderella ushers in a new age for their kingdom, opening the doors of Charming's castle to the common folk, while he fully supports her. A fantastic girlboss and malewife combo!”
“...look I know malewives exist and everything, but I tried to be that, and then I realized I was trans”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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