Derogatory names for gay people

Mary

“Mary” is a slang term that is sometimes used to refer to a gay man.

• For instance, one might say, “He’s such a Mary, always hanging out with the girls.”
• In a conversation about stereotypes, someone might mention, “It’s unfair to assume that all gay men are Marys.”
• Another might comment, “I don’t like using terms like Mary, it feels derogatory.”

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Bent as a dog’s hind leg

This phrase is a slang term used to describe someone who is gay or homosexual. It is a reclaimed term that has been embraced by the LGBTQ+ community as a way to celebrate diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

• For example, someone might say, “I identify as queer because I don’t fit into traditional categories of sexuality.”
• In a discussion about LGBTQ+ rights, a person might assert, “Queer people deserve equal rights and protections.”
• A queer individual might proudly proclaim, “I’m here, I’m queer, and I’m proud!”

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See also 3.1.1 LGBTQIA+ Communities and History, "chosen family." 20th Century-, US Wikipedia - Drag Race Terminology [2]dyke

bulldyke

bulldagger

Contested terminology.

*reminder - "tranny" is extremely offensive - avoid speaking aloud*

1970s- Green's Dictionary of Slang [9]

Oxford English Dictionary

twinkSlang term widely used in gay communities to describe a young or young-looking man with little or no facial or body hair.

shaved legs, plucked eyebrows. Is sometimes also used to refer to a lesbian who is seen as automatically "passing" for heterosexual. Can be used in a positive or a derogatory way, depending on who is using it. curry queenA gay man who is attracted to Indian men.

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An umbrella term that refers to members of a subculture in the gay and bisexual male communities and is often defined as more of an attitude or sense of comfort with natural masculinity and bodies. 1900s- Green's Dictionary of Slang - https://greensdictofslang.com/ foopRare slang for a gay man.

So the number 41 became a euphemism for illicit sexuality, and was avoided. 1960s- Green's Dictionary of Slang - https://greensdictofslang.com/

Claire Hayward, "Queer Terminology: LGBTQ Histories and the Semantics of Sexuality." [6]

stoke

Stoke-on-Trent

Cockney rhyming slang for gay, rhyming with "bent." 1980s-, UK Green's Dictionary of Slang - https://greensdictofslang.com/ studCommunity term for an African-American and/or Latinx masculine queer woman.

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ is an acronym that stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning. Bent as a nine-bob note

This phrase is used to describe someone who is gay or homosexual.

(as a slur) 1940s-, US, later UK Oxford English Dictionary

Moscas de Colores

fag hagA woman, typically a heterosexual one, possibly ageing, who prefers, enjoys, or seeks out the company of homosexual men.

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1890s-, USA Green's Dictionary of Slang - https://greensdictofslang.com/ left-handedTerm used pejoratively in 1930s USA as slang for gay. The phrase femme lesbian may be more appropriate. Only use if someone self-describes in this way, and enclose in quotation marks to indicate this. Stonewall

Stonewall refers to the Stonewall riots that took place in June 1969 in New York City.

What have you done to support the community?”

A friend might express their support by saying, “I’m here for you and I’m proud to be your ally.”

42. 1960s- Oxford English Dictionary

Green's Dictionary of Slang - https://greensdictofslang.com/

fag stagA heterosexual man who enjoys the company of gay men.

Allies may be straight or cisgender individuals who actively work to create an inclusive and accepting environment.

• For example, a person might say, “I’m proud to be an ally and stand up for LGBTQ+ rights.”
• In a conversation about inclusivity, someone might ask, “Are you an ally?