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homophile

Pronunciation: /ˈhɒməfʌɪl, ˈhəʊməfʌɪl/

Definition of homophile

adjective

  • of or relating to homosexuals.
  • active in supporting the rights of homosexuals:early homophile organizations

noun

  • a homosexual person.
  • a person active in supporting the rights of homosexuals.

Origin:

1960s: from homosexual + -phile

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Definition of homophile in the US English dictionary

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