The spelling female was remodeled under the influence of male.
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female
of or relating to the female sex; a female individual
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PARENT / EARLIER FORM / attestedPresent-Day English · 14th century–today · male sex classmale
of or relating to the male sex; a male individual
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Female — Definition, Word History, and First Known UseWord History: alteration influenced by male
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Female — American Heritage DictionaryEtymology: alteration influenced by male
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