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Queer

Definition

(formal/literary) Unconventional or unorthodox, especially in relation to sexuality or gender identity. Originally used to describe something as strange or unusual, the term has been reclaimed by LGBTQ+ communities as a positive identifier for non-heterosexual or non-cisgender individuals. Often used in academic and literary contexts to explore themes of identity, power, and social norms.

Example Sentences

1The queer theory movement in the 1990s challenged traditional notions of identity and sexuality in academic discourse.
2Does the term 'queer' still carry a sense of stigma, or has it been successfully reclaimed as a badge of pride for LGBTQ+ individuals?
3The novel explores the tensions between queer identity and societal expectations in a small, conservative town.
4Queer artists have long used their work as a form of resistance against mainstream cultural norms and values.
5There is a growing recognition of the need for queer representation in media and popular culture, particularly in the context of intersectional feminism.

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