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language issue

Discussion in 'Chit Chat' started by Eleanor Rigby, Feb 22, 2009.

  1. Eleanor Rigby

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    Ok, the next question will sound stupid, but anyway. I don't get the difference between queer an gay, if there is one. I first thought it means the same, but I am not so sure now. Or is it a question of language level ?
    Thank you to anyone who's gonna answer.

    Eleanor
     
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    Queer is basically used as 'not straight'. It can be used to describe homosexuality, bisexuality, asexuality, basically anything on the spectrum.
     
  3. Eleanor Rigby

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    Thank you Maddy ! I get the idea much better now.
     
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    that was one of those things which i always think i know,but actually it turns out i didnt,so great lol :slight_smile: