Meaning of the word tomboy in English

What does tomboy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tomboy

US /ˈtɑːm.bɔɪ/
UK /ˈtɒm.bɔɪ/

Noun

a girl who enjoys rough, noisy activities traditionally associated with boys

Example:
My sister was a real tomboy when she was little, always climbing trees and playing sports.
She preferred wearing pants and playing with toy cars, earning her the nickname 'the little tomboy'.