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gay

Pronunciation: [/ɡeɪ/]

Word

gay: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use gay in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “sexual orientation”

(adjective) when someone is attracted to people of the same gender. It's a word people use to describe someone who likes boys if they are a boy, or someone who likes girls if they are a girl.

Example

She is openly gay and has a girlfriend.

Example

He is not gay; he has a wife and kids.

Example

Is it okay to tell someone you are gay if you feel comfortable?

Context: “people”

(noun) a person who is attracted to people of the same gender. It's a word used to describe someone who likes boys if they are a boy, or someone who likes girls if they are a girl.

Example

She is proud to be an openly gay woman.

Example

Being gay was illegal in some countries in the past.

Example

Do you know any famous celebrities who are openly gay?

How to pronounce gay

Pronunciation: [/ɡeɪ/]

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