homosexuals

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Noun homosexual has 1 sense

homosexual, homo, gay - someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex
--₁ is a kind of person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal, human, soul
--₁ has particulars: gay man, shirtlifter; lesbian, tribade, gay woman

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Homosexuals

Homosexuals refers to individuals who are sexually or romantically attracted to people of the same sex. This term is often used as a noun to describe those who identify as gay or lesbian.

1. Noun: People with same-sex attraction

Sample Sentence: Many homosexuals faced discrimination and prejudice in the past.

2. Adjective: Relating to same-sex attraction

Sample Sentence: The book explores the unique challenges faced by the homosexual community.

3. Adverb: Describing actions or behaviors related to same-sex attraction

Sample Sentence: The activists campaigned tirelessly for homosexual rights