Why are some girls called tomboys?

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Why are some girls called tomboys?

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What is the etymology of "tomboy," and how has it evolved from meaning a whiskey-drinking man to a rough-and-tumble girl? Tune in to learn more about pop culture, tomboys, sissies and gender identity in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Jan 30, 2013

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