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What are some examples of unusual masculine and feminine words?

Unusual Masculine and Feminine Words:

Masculine:

* Buck: (masculine) A male deer.

* Gander: (masculine) A male goose.

* Stallion: (masculine) A male horse.

* Drone: (masculine) A male bee.

* Boar: (masculine) A male pig.

* Rooster: (masculine) A male chicken.

* Ram: (masculine) A male sheep.

* Bull: (masculine) A male cow.

* Drake: (masculine) A male duck.

* Tom: (masculine) A male turkey.

Feminine:

* Doe: (feminine) A female deer.

* Goose: (feminine) A female goose.

* Mare: (feminine) A female horse.

* Queen: (feminine) A female bee.

* Sow: (feminine) A female pig.

* Hen: (feminine) A female chicken.

* Ewe: (feminine) A female sheep.

* Cow: (feminine) A female cow.

* Duck: (feminine) A female duck.

* Hen: (feminine) A female turkey.

Unusual Examples:

* Cob: (masculine) A male swan.

* Pen: (feminine) A female swan.

* Stag: (masculine) A male red deer.

* Hind: (feminine) A female red deer.

* Hart: (masculine) A male red deer (specifically one that is at least 5 years old).

* Roe: (feminine) A female red deer.

* Billy: (masculine) A male goat.

* Nanny: (feminine) A female goat.

These are just a few examples of unusual masculine and feminine words. There are many more out there, and the specific words used will vary depending on the language and region.

Important Note: It is crucial to be mindful of language and avoid using gendered terms in a way that perpetuates harmful stereotypes or biases. Using terms like "masculine" and "feminine" should be approached with sensitivity and awareness of their potential impact.

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