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How does 'emasculate' differ from 'demasculate'?
How does 'emasculate' differ from 'demasculate'?
'Emasculate' involves removing or depriving someone of their male attributes, especially reproductive organs, while 'demasculate' is more about weakening masculinity in a broader sense.
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Demasculate
Demasculate
To reduce someone's masculinity or strength, often in a social or psychological way.
Emasculate
Emasculate
To remove or deprive someone of their male sexual attributes, especially their genitals.
Difference: Demasculate vs. Emasculate
Difference: Demasculate vs. Emasculate
Both terms relate to weakening someone's masculinity, but "emasculate" implies a more direct and physical action.
Social implications of emasculation
Social implications of emasculation
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Metaphorical use of emasculation
Metaphorical use of emasculation
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Study Notes
Demasculization vs. Emasculation
- Demasculization is the reduction of perceived masculinity, often socially or psychologically.
- Emasculation is the act of removing or depriving someone of male attributes, typically their reproductive organs.
- Both terms relate to a weakening of masculinity.
- Emasculation has a stronger physical association.
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