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Definition of gaydar

gaydar

/ˈɡeɪ.dɑːr/
gay · dar
Plural:gaydars
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gaydar Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An intuitive ability to assess a person's sexual orientation, especially to identify whether someone is gay, based on subtle non-verbal cues, mannerisms, or social indicators.

Example

"He joked that his gaydar must be broken after learning that his longtime acquaintance had a husband."

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• Rhymes for gaydar

• Nearby Words

gawp
gawper
gay
gaydar
gayness
gaza
gazan

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a humorous blend of 'gay' and 'radar'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gaydar. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gaydar
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