Hermaphrodite Definition & Meaning

hermaphrodite
adjective
  1. of animal or plant; having both male female reproductive organs
noun
  1. one having both male and female sexual characteristics and organs; at birth an unambiguous assignment of male or female cannot be made

"Hermaphrodite" in song lyrics

See how hermaphrodite is used in real songs:

  • "You're confused like a hermaphrodite"
    Hieroglyphics — See Delight
  • "And it don't matter if you're black or white, hermaphrodite"
    Nature — What You Know
  • "On some big fat ugly hermaphrodite!"
    The Rock f/ Slick Rick — Pie

Usage tips for "hermaphrodite"

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