Tomboys are a highly debated topic.
This is due to the unclear criteria of which people use to determine whether or not a person is a tomboy or not.
Commonly, there must be at least one of the following criteria:
- A masculine demeanor
- Masculine identity or expression
- Participation in masculine activities and hobbies
The definition is very unregulated and is usually applied to any woman who presents themself in a generally masculine manner.
For an objective answer, this is what AI has to say;
"A tomboy is a term used to describe a girl or young woman who enjoys activities and behaviors that are traditionally considered to be boyish or masculine. This can include things like playing sports, wearing clothes that are typically associated with boys, and having a general interest in activities that are often stereotyped as being for boys. It's important to note that being a tomboy doesn't say anything about a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. It's simply a way to describe a certain type of behavior or interest.
Being a tomboy is not about rejecting femininity or trying to be a boy. Instead, it's about not feeling confined by traditional gender roles or expectations. A tomboy might enjoy playing football, climbing trees, and wearing jeans and t-shirts, but she might also enjoy dancing, wearing dresses, and playing with dolls. It's all about what the individual enjoys and feels comfortable doing, regardless of whether it's typically associated with boys or girls."
For a subjective answer, these are my thoughts;
Tomboys can be any woman who fit one or more of the criteria listed above. It boils down to the definition of an individual with whether or not a woman is a tomboy or not. Some will only consider short haired, masculine, rambunctious women to be tomboys, while others will be looser with the definition.
Fuck it, you won't give a shit about what the hell I just wrote. TL;DR, tomboys are just women who aren't typical.
