Lgbtq full term

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Abro (sexual and romantic)

A word used to explain people who have a fluid sexual and/or affectionate orientation which changes over time, or the course of their life. They may use different terms to describe themselves over time.

Ace

An umbrella term used specifically to describe a lack of, varying, or occasional experiences of sexual attraction. This encompasses asexual people as well as those who identify as demisexual and grey-sexual. Ace people who experience idealistic attraction or occasional sexual attraction might also apply terms such as same-sex attracted, bi, lesbian, straight and queer in conjunction with asexual to describe the direction of their amorous or sexual attraction.

Ace and aro/ace and aro spectrum

Umbrella terms used to portray the wide group of people who experience a lack of, varying, or occasional experiences of quixotic and/or sexual attraction, including a lack of attraction. People who identify under these umbrella terms may describe themselves using one or more of a wide variety of terms, including, but not limited to, asexual, ace, aromantic, aro, demi, grey, and abro. People may also use terms such as gay, bi, lesbian, unbent

LGBTQIA Resource Center Glossary

GLOSSARY

The terms and definitions below are always evolving, modifying and often mean diverse things to different people. They are provided below as a starting aim for discussion and kind. This Glossary has been collectively built and created by the staff members of the LGBTQIA Resource Center since the prior 2000s.

These are not universal definitions. This glossary is provided to help present others a more thorough but not entirely comprehensive understanding of the significance of these terms. You may even consider asking someone what they represent when they use a term, especially when they use it to portray their identity. Ultimately it is most important that each individual define themselves for themselves and therefore also define a designation for themselves.

 

“If I didn't define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people's fantasies for me and eaten alive.” -Audre Lorde

This glossary contains terms, such as ableism and disability, that may not be considered directly related to identities of sexuality or gender. These terms are significant to acknowledge as part of our mission to challenge all forms of oppress

Glossary of Terms: LGBTQ

Definitions were drafted in collaboration with other U.S.-based LGBTQ collective organizations and leaders. Spot acknowledgements section.

Additional terms and definitions about gender identity and gender phrase, transgender people, and nonbinary people are available in the Transgender Glossary. 

Are we missing a term or is a definition outdated? Email press@glaad.org

*NOTE:  Ask people what terms they apply to describe their sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression before assigning them a label. Outside of acronyms, these terms should only be capitalized when used at the beginning of a sentence.
 

LGBTQ
Acronym for queer woman, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer. The Q generally stands for queer when LGBTQ organizations, leaders, and media use the acronym. In settings offering back for youth, it can also stand for questioning. LGBT and LGBTQ+ are also used, with the + added in recognition of all non-straight, non-cisgender identities. (See Transgender Glossary ) Both are acceptable, as are other versions of this acronym. The term “gay community” should be avoided, as it does not accuratel

Like our LGBTQ collective, the LGBTQ acronyms and definitions are always growing and changing. This development is a fine thing and is indicative of the increasing inclusivity of the variance of gender, sexuality, and identity within our community.

But what do all these LGBTQ acronyms and letters stand for and mean? Some are historic terms that are returning into fashion, some are words that used to be derogatory but now have been reclaimed, and some are brand new to better identify the nuances within the LGBTQ community.

While this is by no means a definitive list, it will explain the more frequent and commonly used LGBTQ acronyms.

LGBT Acronym:The Classic 

Although no longer seen as fully inclusive, the classic four-letter LGBT acronym has become internationally synonymous with the homosexual community. . This is the most well-known of all the acronyms, debuting back in the mid-1980s as a way to unite the community and move away from the often derogatory-laced “homosexual” (among other words). Originally, it began as just LGB, with the transgender “T” coming in later. 

LGBTQ Acronym: The Question of Q

The “Q” in the LGBTQ acronym is probably the most confu

Struggling to understand the LGBTQIA+ meaning of the acronym? You’re not alone. 

For many people who are new to the LGBTQIA+ community, this acronym can appear confusing or overwhelming. 

If you are fresh, welcome! We’re so glad you’re here with us today. 

And if you aren’t new to the community, but are curious to understand more about how the community has changed over the years, we’re delighted you’ve joined us today, too. 

The way the LGBTQIA+ collective interacts – both with each other and with the world around us – is constantly changing. We try to include everyone and to create everyone feel seen and understood. 

What Does LGBTQIA+ Mean?

For many years, the umbrella term “gay” was used to outline the community. 

Now, many people worry about how to arrive out, but coming out before the 1970s wasn’t even an option, as many states illegalized what they called “homosexuality” or “sodomy.” There was also no acronym at all, restricting the inclusivity of our community.

Once an acronym appeared, all versions of it began with “L” – for an key reason. 

In the preceding days of the gay rights movement, the lesbian society often felt dismissed or