Definition

metrosexual

noun
  1. a man, typically urban and heterosexual, who is concerned with his appearance and grooming and enjoys shopping, fashion, and cultural activities traditionally associated with women
  2. Usage: informal; emerged in popular use in the 1990s–2000s
adjective
  1. of, relating to, or characteristic of a metrosexual or metrosexuality
  2. Usage: informal

Examples

  • He's considered a metrosexual because he spends hours at the salon and reads fashion magazines.
  • The metrosexual trend reflected changing attitudes about masculinity in urban culture.
  • His metrosexual lifestyle includes regular facials and designer clothing.
  • Many metrosexual men enjoy cooking and interior design.
  • The term 'metrosexual' became popular in the early 2000s to describe a new demographic.
  • She joked that her boyfriend was more metrosexual than she was, given his skincare routine.

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