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drag queen

[drag kween] / ˈdræg ˌkwin /
NOUN
performer whose act stylizes femininity
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She once quietly entered a Dolly Parton drag queen look-alike contest -- and lost.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

One of the plaintiffs, Brigitte Bandit, a drag queen and longtime activist, frequently performs as the Grammy-winning artist.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

A drag queen takes the stage and dancers move with her in unison.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

A drag queen would cut through the room like a flare.

From Salon Jul. 20, 2026

Lindsey’s mom knew a guy, Chuck, who was a drag queen, Chastity St. Claire, and Lindsey had seen him perform at a charity thing.

From "The Miseducation of Cameron Post" by emily m. danforth




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