coming out

American  

[kuhm-ing-aut] / ˈkʌm ɪŋˈaʊt /

Or coming-out

noun

1. a debut into society, especially a formal debut by a debutante.

2. one's acknowledgment and public disclosure of a sexual orientation or gender identity that does not conform to socially defined norms.

   How did your parents respond to your coming out?

3. an acknowledgment of a surprising interest or hobby, or an unexpected identification as part of a fandom, a supporter of a particular political party, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of coming out

First recorded in 1805–15; noun use of verb phrase come out; see -ing ¹

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Example Sentences

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coming out

Jeremy Vernon said: "I'm not getting paid for it and all the materials and fuel is coming out of my own pocket"

From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026

But since he’s not coming out of the lineup, the next-best solution might be moving him to another spot in the order.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026

Rather than dwelling on the absence of a right hand, Fontaine saw something wondrous coming out of Abbott’s left hand — a cut fastball.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026

"I mostly went there to thank them, connect with them and show them I care for them and I appreciate them coming out to Manchester," said Slegers.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

Wielaf’s own fears manifested as threads coming out of him.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack

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