The ability to detect transfolk, especially when the identified person is passing. Generally one tunes in to anatomical cues such as hand structure, brow ridge, adam's apple, and hips.
A: Wow, she is gorgeous. Look at those lips...
B: Look at those hands! Girl is setting off my trans-dar. Are you sure you're ok with that?
A: Why not? She is really something. And besides, I have a few things to learn.
by Kar in Garage May 9, 2007
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