Lesbian
Lesbian
Lesbian (/ˈlɛzbiən/) is a term used to describe a woman who is attracted romantically, erotically, and/or emotionally to other women. The term is derived from the name of the Greek island of Lesbos, home to the 6th-century BCE poet Sappho. From various ancient writings, historians gathered that a group of young women were left in Sappho's charge for their instruction or cultural edification.
Etymology
The term "lesbian" is derived from the name of the Greek island of Lesbos, associated with the poet Sappho. In history, the term "lesbian" was often used in a derogatory sense, but in the late 20th century, it was reclaimed by the lesbian community.
Related Terms
- Bisexual: A person who is attracted to both men and women.
- Homosexual: A term used to describe a person who is attracted to individuals of the same sex.
- Queer: An umbrella term for sexual and gender minorities who are not heterosexual or cisgender.
- LGBT: An acronym that stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender.
- Sapphic: Relating to lesbians or lesbianism, derived from the name of the Greek poet Sappho.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lesbian
- Wikipedia's article - Lesbian
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