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+

"Alternatively, for anyone looking for support that is independent from the police, you can contact Galop, the UK's LGBT+ anti-abuse charity."

From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026

In July 2025, Cherry Vann became the first female and first LGBT+ Archbishop of Wales, and said the wanted the Church in Wales to represent the "diversity around the world and in our communities".

From BBC ● Apr. 16, 2026

She said she was "absolutely delighted" by the "vital change in the law", adding that "this represents a great stride forward in equality for disabled and LGBT+ people".

From BBC ● Feb. 16, 2026

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

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