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Identity, Personality & Self-Presentation - Queer Slang & Expressions

Here you will find slang and expressions from queer communities, reflecting identities, experiences, and culture in casual, creative language.

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Achillean
[Adjective]

describing romantic or sexual attraction between men, often used in queer or literary contexts

Ex: Everyone recognized the Achillean themes in the novel.
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beard
[noun]

a person used as a date or partner to hide someone's sexual orientation

Ex: The arrangement was purely for appearances , she was just his beard.
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binding
[noun]

the act or practice of wearing tight clothing or compression garments to flatten the chest

Ex: He joked about how tricky binding can be on hot days.
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camp
[Adjective]

exaggerated, theatrical, or amusing, often associated with gay culture or femininity

Ex: She joked about his camp gestures while telling the story.
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closeted
[Adjective]

not openly revealing one's sexual orientation or gender identity

Ex: She shared a story about growing up closeted in a conservative town.
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to no longer keep one's sexual preference or gender identity a secret

Ex: They came out of the closet during their teenage years and faced both acceptance and challenges.
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folx
[noun]

a gender-inclusive or alternative spelling of "folks," used to address a group of people

Ex: He captioned his photo, "Good morning, folx!"
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to cruise
[Verb]

to seek a casual sexual encounter in a public place, typically between gay men

Ex: In college , many students cruise campus events , parties , and gatherings as a way to explore romantic possibilities .
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femboy
[noun]

a male who presents or expresses themselves in a feminine or androgynous way

Ex: He joked about being a femboy while doing a drag-inspired photoshoot.
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gaydar
[noun]

the supposed ability to detect someone's sexual orientation

Ex: She laughed, saying her gaydar never fails at Pride events.
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gaymer
[noun]

an LGBTQIA+ person who plays video games

Ex: He joked that being a gaymer is his favorite way to spend weekends.
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homoflexible
[Adjective]

mostly homosexual but occasionally attracted to the opposite sex

Ex: That homoflexible vibe was hinted at in their dating profile.
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outsider
[noun]

a person who does not conform to normative taboos or self-centered community norms

Ex: He joked about being an outsider and not fitting into any crowd.
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a confident, fabulous person, often used in camp or queer contexts

Ex: He joked, "Look at you, Miss Thing, serving looks as always!"
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trade
[noun]

a straight-passing male partner, often used by gay men or trans women

Ex: He teased his friend about finding a new trade online.
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roommate
[noun]

a same-sex significant other with whom one lives

Ex: He captioned the photo : " My favorite roommate ever ❤ ️. "
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gold star
[noun]

a homosexual person who has never had heterosexual sexual intercourse

Ex: That gold star status became part of their playful banter online.
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heteroflexible
[Adjective]

mostly heterosexual but occasionally attracted to the same sex

Ex: That heteroflexible vibe was clear in their dating profile.
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top
[noun]

the dominant or active sexual partner in a homosexual encounter

Ex: She joked that he 's definitely a top after last night .
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bottom
[noun]

a receptive sexual partner, typically in a homosexual encounter

Ex: She joked about him being a bottom last night.
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someone who takes the active role in sex but follows the bottom's instructions, focusing on doing what their partner wants

Ex: He laughed, "I'm not dominant, just a service top."
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a receptive partner in sex who is energetic, confident, or in control

Ex: Power bottoms flip the script on who's in charge.
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vers
[noun]

a person who enjoys both topping and bottoming, switching between dominant and submissive roles in sex

Ex: She joked that he's vers after last night's fun.
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switch
[noun]

a person who enjoys both topping and bottoming, or alternating between dominant and submissive roles

Ex: He joked, "I'm a switch, best of both worlds."
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a performer, usually male, who dresses in exaggerated women's clothing and makeup

Ex: Drag queens often blend comedy, lip-sync, and fashion in their acts.
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bio queen
[noun]

a cisgender female drag performer, commonly used in LGBTQ+ spaces

Ex: That bio queen energy lit up the Pride event.
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