Lavender
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Definition
Lavender describes something related to lesbian feminism, opposed to heterosexism, or associated with LGBT people and rights.
Quick Facts
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What does “lavender” mean?
In sexuality and gender-related language, lavender describes something connected with lesbian feminism, opposed to heterosexism, or associated with LGBT people and rights.
How “lavender” is used
Lavender can modify language, people, or ideas associated with LGBT identity and rights. In one supplied example, “non-lavender couples” contrasts with couples described as LGBT, while “the lavender crowd” refers to LGBT people.