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The term "queer" is now an acceptable word to describe all members of the LGBT community. Although this was originally an offensive and derogatory word, it has been adopted by the LGBT community as an umbrella term.
The reason for adopting this insult was to turn the tables and "hijack" the insult. This turned the insult into a positive term and took away some power from homophobic people. Homphobes had their insult "stolen" from them and used to turn into something positive.
Personally, I dislike this word, primarily because of the negative connotations still surrounding it. However, you can usually hear the neutral or negative tone when you are called a "queer".
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What does the name queer mean?
Queer is a label people usually choose when they don't wish to define their sexuality in concrete ways. Queer was formerly a derogatory term, usually used for a gay man. Some homosexual, bisexual, pansexual, etc. people identify as queer in addition ot using another, more specific label.
Is queer politically correct?
Yes. However, not every gay person identifies as queer. If in doubt, ask the person what term they prefer.
Can i call a gay person a queer?
Absolutely NOT. The term is offensive and has always been used as a degrading phrase.
Is the term homosexual acceptable or is the acceptable word now queer or gay?
Views on this subject are quite split. Most people think that the term 'homosexual' is archaic and offensive; however, some gay people (usually older) may claim the label 'homosexual', while most younger gay people generally claim the label 'gay'. The term queer can be seen as offensive by older people who were called this as a derogatory slur when they were younger, before it became a more inclusive, acceptable word for either an identity in itself or the entire LGBTQ community. However, it is still up for debate. It's important to note that the modern meaning of the word 'queer' is a broader term, and does not exclusively refer to gay people.
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