Troon
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Definition
An offensive internet slur for a transgender person, especially a trans woman. It is also used as a derogatory verb for undergoing gender transition or causing someone to undergo gender transition.
Quick Facts
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What does “troon” mean?
“Troon” is a derogatory internet term for a transgender person, particularly a trans woman. It is offensive and is used as a slur rather than a neutral identity label.
“Troon” as a verb
In offensive internet usage, “to troon” can mean to undergo gender transition. It can also be used transitively to mean causing someone else to undergo gender transition.
Usage and tone
The term appears in hostile or derogatory discussions about transgender people. Because of its offensive meaning, it should not be used as a neutral way to describe a transgender person or gender transition.