Dorian
Definition
Dorian describes homosexuality involving a man who prefers men exclusively as romantic or sexual partners. It is presented as the male counterpart of lesbian and can also appear in the phrase “Dorian love” for male-male love.
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What does Dorian mean?
In sexuality-related usage, Dorian describes something homosexual or gay, specifically a preference for men as romantic or sexual partners. It is presented as the male counterpart of lesbian.
The word can function as an adjective, noun, or name, although its relevant sexuality meaning describes male-male attraction rather than a personal name.
Dorian love
“Dorian love” is used in the supplied historical examples for love between men, including references to male-male relationships in ancient Greece. Those examples contrast Dorian love with “Lesbian” love between women and distinguish Dorian relationships involving two virile men from the pederastic relations associated there with “Ionian.”