homophobe
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of homophobe
First recorded in 1970–75; homo(sexual) + -phobe
Example Sentences
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Accusations that Nash was an antisemite, adulterer and homophobe began to appear in reviews, gossip sites and news articles, prompting him to appear on “60 Minutes” to refute the claims.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2025
Once someone is labeled a racist, a rapist or a homophobe, it’s over — without due process.
From Washington Post • Sep. 30, 2022
“I have been called a bigot, an ableist, a homophobe and a transphobe,” Mr. Meijer said in an interview on Wednesday.
From New York Times • Sep. 5, 2019
Giving evidence, Mrs Harris told the court she was "no homophobe".
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2018
She is starting to say that I am a homophobe, which I am not.
From Slate • Mar. 31, 2015
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