CEFR C1

lesbians

noun

Meaning

Women who are romantically or sexually attracted to other women.

Examples

The novel explores the lives of several lesbians in 1950s New York.
She is a proud lesbian who advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.

Synonyms: gay, homosexual, queer

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lesbians (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈlɛzbiənz/

Definition

Women who are romantically or sexually attracted to other women.

Examples

The novel explores the lives of several lesbians in 1950s New York.
She is a proud lesbian who advocates for LGBTQ+ rights.
Many lesbians find strength and community in shared experiences.

Synonyms of lesbians

Words with a similar meaning to lesbians:

gay
homosexual
queer

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