butch

butch
/booch/, n.
2. Slang. a lesbian, esp. one notably masculine in manner or appearance.
adj.
3. Slang.
a. (of a girl or woman) having traits of personality, dress, behavior, or appearance usually associated with males.
b. (of a male) decidedly or exaggeratedly masculine in manner or appearance.
[1940-45; appar. from the proper name]

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