Gynecoid

/ˈdʒɪnɪˌkɔɪd/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or characteristic of a woman or female; feminine in form or appearance, especially regarding body shape or fat distribution.

Etymology

From Greek 'gyne' (woman) and '-oid' (resembling), literally meaning 'woman-like' or 'resembling a female.'

Kelly Says

Doctors use 'gynecoid' to describe fat distribution patterns that are typical in women, while 'android' describes male-pattern fat distribution—it's a purely anatomical term.

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