LGBTQ

American  

adjective

1. pertaining collectively to people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (or those questioning their gender identity orsexual orientation ).

   LGBTQ rights.

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noun

1. Usually LGBTQs, LGBTQ's a person in this group.

Etymology

Origin of LGBTQ

First recorded in 1995–2000; by abbreviation

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

LGBTQ

Pett says the organisation hears most often from young people, women and those identifying as LGBTQ, who report being "less likely to feel listened to by healthcare professionals than others".

From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026

I think it's very, deeply connected to how she feels, as far as her support and advocacy of LGBTQ.

From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2024

But until now, the survey hasn’t included any questions that indicate whether the Ph.D. graduates identify as LGBTQ.

From Science Magazine ● May 14, 2024

It’s not about the movie, but about LGBTQ, trans and gender fluidity,” said Ayman Mhanna, executive director of the Samir Kassir Foundation, a Beirut-based rights organization.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2023

It’s not a fad but a way of life for the LGBTQ.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 1, 2023