girlish

The definition of girlish is something related to or characteristic of a young woman or girl.

(adjective)

A little, high-pitched giggle like you would expect a young girl to have is an example of a girlish giggle.

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See girlish in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of, like, or suitable to a girl or girlhood

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See girlish in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Characteristic of or befitting a girl: girlish charm.

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  • girlˈish·ly adverb
  • girlˈish·ness noun

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