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homosexuality

n. sexual attraction or activity between members of the same sex. Although the term can refer to homosexual orientation in both men and women, current practice distinguishes between gay men and lesbians, and homosexuality itself is now commonly referred to as same-sex sexual orientation or activity. —homosexual adj., n.

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February 17th 2025

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psychotic

adj. of, relating to, or affected by psychosis or a psychotic disorder.