Transvestite is a slang term typically used to describe a male cross dresser. The term is sometimes confused with the term transexual although the term transvestite does not indicate the individual's sexuality or sexual identity.
A transvestite typically refers to a male individual that dresses in traditionally feminine clothing or accessories. The cross dressing is generally done for emotional or sexual gratification. Although the term is usually used to describe a male, the term can be attributed to any individual that adopts the dress and behavior of the opposite sex.
