Gay a gay

Gay is a term that primarily refers to a homosexual person or the trait of being homosexual. The term originally meant 'carefree', 'cheerful', or 'bright and showy'. [1] While scant usage referring to male homosexuality dates to the late 19th century, that meaning became increasingly common by the midth century. [2].

Knowing how to talk about identities of gender and sexuality is key to understanding LGBTQ+ experiences. Learn the distinctions between "queer" and "gay.".