LGBT+

American  

Also LGBTQI+, sometimes GLBT+, or LGBTQ+

adjective

1. pertaining collectively to people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, and to people with gender expressions outside traditional norms, including nonbinary, intersex, and other queer people (and those questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation), along with their allies.

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Etymology

Origin of LGBT+

First recorded in 2010–15

Example Sentences

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LGBT+

The deal caused concern amongst some fans of EA's massive library of games, particularly as games like The Sims champion inclusivity and LGBT+ relationships.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

The Cabinet Office said the Bill will ensure LGBT+ people are "protected from physical and psychological abuse to change who they are".

From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026

This review produced the Etherton report, which in turn led to the introduction of the LGBT+ Veterans Financial Recognition scheme.

From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2026

Commander Woods, 67, is part of the Fighting With Pride charity, which was started by veterans from the LGBT+ community in 2020.

From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2025

The LGBT+ Veterans Memorial is one of 49 recommendations made by The Etherton Review, an independent report commissioned by government which looked at the treatment of LGBT+ veterans who served under the ban.

From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2025