Meaning of muxe | Babel Free
Definitions
In Zapotec cultures of Oaxaca, a male-assigned person who dresses and acts in a feminine manner, and may be regarded as a third gender.
Examples
“At the back of the file, walking proudly, wearing a new pantsuit and a fresh in his hair, was a mushe. Though I was surprised to see him, no one else batted an eye. He was clearly just another part of the women's procession.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
Know this word better than we do? Language is a living thing — help us keep it growing. Collaborate with Babel Free