Gaydar
noun
An intuitive ability or instinct to recognize whether someone is gay or not.
She claims to have an excellent gaydar and can often tell someone's orientation just by meeting them.
Usage tips
Informal
good gaydar,strong gaydar,gaydar radar
noun
An intuitive ability or instinct to recognize whether someone is gay or not.
She claims to have an excellent gaydar and can often tell someone's orientation just by meeting them.
Usage tips
Informal
good gaydar,strong gaydar,gaydar radar
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understand that 'gaydar' is often used in social contexts.
Many people use the term humorously among friends.
Pro Tip 2/3Nuance
Be aware that this term can sometimes be controversial; not everyone believes in the concept of 'gaydar'.
Some may feel stereotyped if identified based solely on gaydar.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognize that 'gaydar' often comes with cultural references and jokes within LGBTQ+ communities.
It's frequently mentioned in movies and TV shows related to LGBTQ+ themes.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understand that 'gaydar' is often used in social contexts.
Many people use the term humorously among friends.
Pro Tip 2/3Nuance
Be aware that this term can sometimes be controversial; not everyone believes in the concept of 'gaydar'.
Some may feel stereotyped if identified based solely on gaydar.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognize that 'gaydar' often comes with cultural references and jokes within LGBTQ+ communities.
It's frequently mentioned in movies and TV shows related to LGBTQ+ themes.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understand that 'gaydar' is often used in social contexts.
Many people use the term humorously among friends.
Pro Tip 2/3Nuance
Be aware that this term can sometimes be controversial; not everyone believes in the concept of 'gaydar'.
Some may feel stereotyped if identified based solely on gaydar.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognize that 'gaydar' often comes with cultural references and jokes within LGBTQ+ communities.
It's frequently mentioned in movies and TV shows related to LGBTQ+ themes.
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