Also means
sissy
Usage Note
Femmelette is a mildly derogatory, informal term calling someone spineless or cowardly, implying they lack toughness. It is gendered in form (feminine noun) but can be applied to men as an insult. In modern usage it is considered sexist and is increasingly avoided in polite contexts.
Examples
"Arrête de te plaindre, espèce de femmelette!"
Natural Translation
Stop complaining, you weakling!
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