Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- adjective Involving or restricted to members of the same sex.
- adjective Of or involving gay men or lesbians.
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- adjective
Restricted to members of asingle sex . - adjective Of, or relating to
homosexual men orwomen .
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Examples
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There is no Hebrew or Greek cognate word in the Biblical text to reflect the modern term "same-sex orientation" or "homosexuality."
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The Bible is not specific, literate, or even concerned with what we call same-sex orientation or gay marriage.
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Perhaps this is the problem with straight people -- they don't understand the definition of same-sex marriage.
Rev. Candace Chellew-Hodge: The Gay Definition Of Marriage Rev. Candace Chellew-Hodge 2011
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Perhaps this is the problem with straight people -- they don't understand the definition of same-sex marriage.
Rev. Candace Chellew-Hodge: The Gay Definition Of Marriage Rev. Candace Chellew-Hodge 2011
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Their argument is that Walker’s long-term same-sex relationship created a potential significant personal interest for the judge in the outcome of the litigation.
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Instead, the definition of same-sex unions would be determined by the people through their State legislatures or via referendum.
Crooks and Liars Susie Madrak 2011
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"I heard some people say they weren't comfortable with the idea of same-sex marriage," he said, describing himself as "crushed" and wavering between bitterness and sadness.
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"I heard some people say they weren't comfortable with the idea of same-sex marriage," he said, describing himself as "crushed" and wavering between bitterness and sadness.
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The action, which cleared the way for a final Senate vote Thursday, followed several hours of debate on amendments designed to make exceptions for people whose religious beliefs are at odds with the notion of same-sex couples marrying.
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"I heard some people say they weren't comfortable with the idea of same-sex marriage," he said, describing himself as "crushed" and wavering between bitterness and sadness.
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