gay adjacent

adj., possessing many of the mannerisms and interests traditionally associated with gay people while not personally identifying as gay.

He's got a girlfriend so I guess he's just gay adjacent. But he's probably a BJ} away from moving next-door.

by inscrutabullwit March 11, 2004

Referring to the fact that a straight man can still worry about his image and looks but prefer women.

Also known as a 'Metrosexual'

by B. Whitt-it March 12, 2004

Gay Adjacent

A man who is a heterosexual, but has tendencies that are typically seen in gay men.

Elin: So do you think Walter is gay, or just gay adjacent?

Blair: Definitely gay adjacent. Walter doesn't date men.

by monikher June 29, 2021

When people that are not LBGT use pronouns in their email signature.

by BasedinBC September 22, 2023