gay

US /ɡeɪ/
UK /ɡeɪ/
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1.

homosexual (used especially of a man)

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He came out as gay last year.
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The couple, both gay men, adopted a child.
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homosexuallesbianqueerLGBTQ+
2.

lighthearted and carefree

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The children were gay and laughing in the park.
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She had a gay and cheerful disposition.
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cheerfuljoyfulhappymerrylively