female
//ˈfiːmeɪl//
Adjective
1
Of or denoting the sex that can bear offspring or produce eggs, distinguished biologically by the production of gametes (ova) which can be fertilized by male gametes.
The female lion is responsible for most of the hunting.
2
Relating to or characteristic of women or girls.
She has a deep female voice.
3
(of a plant or flower) having a pistil but no stamens.
Female flowers have pistils that develop into fruit.
4
(of a fitting or connector) manufactured with a hollow or recessed part designed to receive an inserted part.
Connect the cable to the female socket on the back of the device.
Antonym
Noun
femalesPlural
1
A female person, animal, or plant.
The female of this species is larger than the male.