Definition

A girl who acts in ways that are typically associated with boys, such as being active or adventurous.

Example

She is a tomboy who loves playing soccer and climbing trees.

Conversation

Have you noticed how she acts like such a tomboy?

Yeah, it's cool that she doesn't care about typical girl stuff.

I think it's great to have friends who are tomboys too.

Definitely! It brings a different vibe to our group.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tomboy → The word is formed from "tom" (a diminutive of "Thomas", often used to refer to a boy) and "boy" (meaning a young male). The term "tomboy" refers to a girl who exhibits behaviors and interests typically associated with boys, thus combining the idea of a girl with boyish traits.

Memory Tip

Think of a girl who acts like a 'boy' — 'tom' refers to a boyish character, and 'boy' emphasizes those traits. This helps you remember that a tomboy is a girl who enjoys activities typically associated with boys.

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