What is a Tomgirl?

tomgirl (plural tomgirls) A boy who behaves in a typically girlish manner. quotations ▼synonym ▲ Synonym: janegirl. Synonym of tomboy (“girl who behaves in a typically boyish manner”) quotations ▼
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What does Tom mean in Tomgirl?

tomgirl: noun; tom-gurl (plural tomgirls) A boy who behaves in a typically girlish manner. A tomboy, a girl who behaves in a typically boyish manner.
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What makes a girl a tom boy?

A tomboy is a girl who exhibits characteristics or behaviors considered typical of a boy. Common characteristics include wearing masculine clothing and engaging in games and activities that are physical in nature and are considered in some cultures to be unfeminine, or the domain of boys.
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How do you become a Tomgirl?

You don't have to make yourself that person just to be a tomboy. You can wear skinny jeans, lose jeans, ripped jeans, loose jeans, sweatpants, and even shorts it will give you the tomboy look and a tough girl look. You just want to make sure you are also comfortable with your style.
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What does Tom stand for in tomboy?

A: According to the Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology, the noun “tomboy” (formed by joining the male name Tom and the word “boy”) was coined sometime before 1553, and meant a boy who was rude or boisterous.
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How do you tell if a girl is a tomboy?

20 Signs That You Were Once A Tomboy
  1. You enjoy hanging out with guys more than girls. ...
  2. Your closet teems with T-shirts you stealthily bought from the Men's section. ...
  3. You cheer for your favourite teams sans the pom-poms and cute dresses.
  4. You drool over Chuck Norris, not Robert Pattinson.
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Is it OK for a girl to be a tomboy?

Being a tomboy isn't a bad thing. Although, some of the underlying causes that might have created the identity are less than good. We as a society need to find a way to actively make girl children comfortable in who they are. They need to feel equal to their male counterparts.
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Should I date a tomboy?

Given a choice between girly girls and the opposite gender, tomboys are more comfortable hanging out with the latter. So when you introduce her to your friends, she will get along with them better than any of your other girlfriends ever did.
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Can a tomboy wear skirts?

In Style Fashion Trends in Dresses & Shoes for Women - Lulus. Tomboys Can Wear Skirts Too. Tomboys Can Wear Skirts Too.
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Can tomboys get pregnant?

The short answer to this question is no, not through sexual intercourse. Two cisgender women (meaning assigned female at birth) in a relationship cannot become pregnant without some form of assisted reproductive technology (ART). The reasoning goes back to basic biology and how an embryo is formed.
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How do I stop being a tomboy?

Tips
  1. You can go back to being a tomboy at anytime. ...
  2. Be certain that changing a part of yourself makes you happy. ...
  3. Make friends with feminine friends. ...
  4. Be patient. ...
  5. Don't be afraid to act, dress, or take part in a certain activity because it is labeled as feminine or masculine.
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Do tomboys wear makeup?

Being a tomboy doesn't mean you can't wear any makeup at all, but you'll probably feel more like yourself when your face is fresh and clean. However, you might still choose to use a little concealer to cover up any blemishes that pop up, or you might wear lip balm if your lips start to get dry.
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Why is a tomboy called a tomboy?

She probably isn't into Barbie. When the term “tomboy” first appeared, in the mid-16th century, it actually was a name for male children who were rude and boisterous. But by the 1590s, the word underwent a shift toward its current, feminine usage: a “wild, romping girl, [a] girl who acts like a spirited boy.”
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What's the male equivalent of a tomboy?

The Bearded One

Tomboy is a term that identifies females who do not accept their place. In this situation there is no male equivalent, since guys "place" is whatever they decide it is.
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What is a girly girl and a tomboy?

The "Girly Girl" will highly care about her appearance, pursue "girly" interests, and is often (though not always) The Chick. The "Tomboy", who is often The Big Girl, will be into sports, mechanics, house and/or building construction and/or renovation, or the like.
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How does a tomboy flirt?

Touch is often key in tomboy flirting style because masculine flirting tends to include more touching than feminine flirting. Does she hit you more than usual? Unfortunately, one way that boys are socialized to show affection is through wrestling and punching.
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What do tomboys do for fun?

You can try hockey, basketball, volleyball, swimming, running, football, softball, or baseball. Try video games. Some tomboys prefer video games to sports games. Instead of running around outside or on the court, spend your free time gaming.
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Why does my daughter want to dress like a boy?

A lot of kids do this during dress-up play or pretend play. It may mean that they're exploring their gender identity as well, but a lot of times, they're just exploring expression and seeing how these different things feel.”
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How do you seduce a tomboy?

Being kind, showing an interest in her hobbies, and showing respect to both her masculine and feminine aspects will help you attract a tomboy and, if you're lucky, earn you a date or romantic partner.
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How do you walk like a tomboy?

To walk more like a guy, make sure you:
  1. Swing your hips less and your shoulders more.
  2. Walk with your legs a little farther apart than you normally would.
  3. Keep your elbows slightly winged out.
  4. Project your head and chest slightly ahead so you're leading your walk with your upper body.
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How many types of tomboys are there?

There are generally two types of tomboys, depending on their degree of masculinity vs. femininity: Butch Tomboy tends to be very masculine, to the point of actually being "manly", and has very few, if any, feminine qualities and interests.
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Do tomboys have more testosterone?

No relationship was found between testosterone levels and boys' gender-role behavior, however. The researchers note that "sex differences in childhood gender-role behavior, including toy, playmate and activity preferences, develop as a consequence of numerous influences. …
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How do you become a tomboy at school?

Pants are better for a tomboy style than a skirt or dress. You may have less options here, particularly if you're required to wear khakis, slacks, or dress pants. If your school does require you to wear a skirt, try a black skirt or skort (a skirt with shorts built in).
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