Gay

queer-slangReference

Definition

Gay is an identity term for people whose enduring romantic, emotional, and/or physical attractions are toward people of the same gender.

Quick Facts

TopicQueer Slang

What Does Gay Mean?

Gay describes an identity associated with enduring romantic, emotional, and/or physical attraction to people of the same gender. It is used within queer terminology.

Sources

  1. GLAAD: GLAAD reference
  2. Scarleteen: Scarleteen reference
  3. The Trevor Project: The Trevor Project reference