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Some individuals within the trans community reclaim the word as a term of endearment or a "secret language" to signal safety and shared experience among peers.

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Femininity is often a necessity for "passing"—being perceived as a cisgender woman—which can provide protection against public harassment and discrimination. Some individuals within the trans community reclaim the