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Definition of lesbian

lesbian

/ˈlɛz.bi.ən/
les · bi · an
Plural:lesbians
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Adjective:lesbian
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1

Relating to women who are romantically or sexually attracted to other women, or to female homosexuality.

Example

"The community center hosts a monthly book club focused on lesbian literature and history."

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• noun

1

A woman who is romantically or sexually attracted to other women.

Example

"She came out as a lesbian during her first year at university."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived via Latin Lesbianus from Ancient Greek Lesbios, meaning 'of Lesbos', the Aegean island where the ancient lyric poet Sappho lived and wrote poetry expressing affection for women.

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