Homosexualism
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Definition
A derogatory term that portrays homosexuality or gayness as an ideology, rather than a sexual orientation. It also has a dated use meaning homosexuality itself.
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What does homosexualism mean?
Homosexualism refers to the purported ideology behind, or promotion of, homosexuality. The wording presents gayness as an ideology rather than as a sexual orientation, making it a derogatory description.
Dated use
Homosexualism has also been used as a dated noun meaning homosexuality or the state of being homosexual.