Ungay

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Definition

Ungay describes something as not homosexual, or not gay. As a transitive verb, it means to make something not gay or less gay. The adjective is also recorded in a dated sense meaning not cheerful or merry.

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TermUngay

Meaning of ungay

In sexuality-related usage, ungay means “not gay” or “not homosexual.” It can describe a person, thing, or situation in contrast with the word gay.

Ungay is also recorded as a transitive verb meaning to make something not gay or less gay.

Dated nonsexual sense

A dated use of ungay means not cheerful or merry. This sense is separate from the sexuality-related meaning.

Sources

  1. Wiktionary: Ungay definition