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Why are means of transport refered to as

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Female?

I've never understood this, especially as English dosen't gender objects in the same way as say, French does?

It also annoys me, it feels sexist that these big boys toys are often named after women and refered to as she, is an ownership thing?  A man can own and control a boat, a car or a plane and not a woman?

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  • Its because the most attractive ones are curvaceous. Compound curves are usually the most aero- or hydro-dynamic. They used to be harder to make, so the most expensive and desirable things look the best and cost the most.

    It is no coincidence a coke bottle shape is the most aesthetically pleasing.

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  • Its because the most attractive ones are curvaceous. Compound curves are usually the most aero- or hydro-dynamic. They used to be harder to make, so the most expensive and desirable things look the best and cost the most.

    It is no coincidence a coke bottle shape is the most aesthetically pleasing.

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