lesbian

See also Lesbian

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈlɛz.bɪ.ən/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈlɛz.bi.ən/

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• Hyphenation: lesb‧i‧an

Noun

Singular lesbian

Plural lesbians

1. (countable) A homosexual woman.

   She is attracted to other women; she is a lesbian.

Synonyms

• dyke (often offensive)
• gay
• lesbo (often offensive)

Adjective

Positive lesbian

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. Related to female homosexuality.

   She's involved in a lesbian relationship.

2. For lesbians.

   We're going to a lesbian bar tonight.

Synonyms

• dykey (often offensive)
• gay