"soy boy" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: soy boys [plural]
Etymology: From the idea that men who prefer soy to dairy and meat are weak and feminine, and that the naturally occurring phytoestrogen in soy feminizes men. See Soybean (Wikipedia) for more. Head templates: {{en-noun}} soy boy (plural soy boys)
  1. (Internet slang, derogatory) An effeminate or unmasculine man. Wikipedia link: soy boy Tags: Internet, derogatory Categories (topical): Male people, Masculism, Politics, Vegetarianism Synonyms: cuck [slang], beta, man child, effeminate man, soyboy Related terms: soy face, soyjak

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