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Stemme
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a lesbian whose gender expression is between a stud and a femme, combining both masculine and feminine traits
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
stemmes
What is the origin and meaning of the word "stemme"?
Stemme is a blend of "stud" and "femme" used to describe a lesbian whose gender expression combines both masculine and feminine traits. The term is often used in Black and Latinx LGBTQ communities and can overlap with the concept of a "soft butch" or "futch." Stemme identity reflects versatility in style and presentation, and the label is used both descriptively and as a form of self-identification.
Examples
That stemme wore a mix of masculine and feminine clothing.
