LGBTQ
|L/G/B/T/Q|
B2
/ˌɛl.dʒiː.biː.tiːˈkjuː/
Diverse sexual and gender identities
Etymology
Etymology Information
The acronym 'LGBTQ' originates from the English language, representing the initial letters of 'Lesbian,' 'Gay,' 'Bisexual,' 'Transgender,' and 'Queer/Questioning.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'LGBT' evolved to include 'Q' for 'Queer' or 'Questioning,' reflecting a broader spectrum of identities.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender,' but expanded to include 'Queer' or 'Questioning' to be more inclusive.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/24 04:51