weaker sex


noun Older Use: Sometimes Offensive.

the female sex; women (usually used facetiously): my life as a member of the weaker sex.

usage note for weaker sex

This is a dated term, usually used for humorous effect but sometimes perceived as condescending to women. It reinforces the stereotype of a weak female.

British Dictionary definitions for weaker sex

weaker sex
/ (ˈwiːkə) /

noun

the female sex