Glossary

GLBTQ

Gay1 : of, relating to, or characterized by a tendency to direct sexual desire toward another of the same sex 2 : of, relating to, or involving sexual intercourse between persons of the same sex , Lesbian1 often capitalized : of or relating to Lesbos 2 [from the reputed homosexual band associated with Sappho of Lesbos] : of or relating to homosexuality between females, Bisexual1 a: possessing characters of both sexes : hermaphroditic b: of, relating to, or characterized by a tendency to direct sexual desire toward both sexes 2: of, relating to, or involving both sexes, TransgenderHaving personal characteristics (as transsexuality or transvestism) that transcend traditional gender boundaries and corresponding sexual norms., and QueerGay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer

Synonyms: gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer