Definition of gay
(Entry 1 of 3)
1a
: of, relating to, or characterized by sexual or romantic attraction to people of one's same sex
gay men a gay woman in her 40s
—often used to refer to men only gay and lesbian members of the community
b
: of, relating to, or intended for people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, etc.
the gay rights movement a gay bar
2a
: happily excited : merry
in a gay mood
b
: keenly alive and exuberant : having or inducing high spirits
a bird's gay spring song
gay
noun
plural gays
Definition of gay (Entry 2 of 3)
Gay
biographical nameDefinition of Gay (Entry 3 of 3)
John 1685–1732 English poet and dramatist
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The first known use of gay was in the 13th century
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