homosexual
|ho-mo-sex-u-al|
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/ˌhoʊ.moʊˈsɛk.ʃu.əl/
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/ˌhəʊ.məˈsɛk.ʃu.əl/
same-sex attraction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'homosexual' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'homos,' meaning 'same,' and Latin 'sexualis,' meaning 'relating to sex.'
Historical Evolution
'homos' combined with 'sexualis' in the late 19th century to form the modern English word 'homosexual.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'same sex,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is attracted to people of their own sex.
The community supports homosexuals in their rights.
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Adjective 1
attracted to people of one's own sex.
He identifies as a homosexual man.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45