Definitions by dijjn
pink triangle
pink triangle: Now a gay pride symbol, it was the insignia homosexual men were required to wear in Nazi concentration camps.
pink triangle by dijjn June 4, 2003
coming out
is the term used by lesbians, gay men and bisexuals to describe their experience of self discovery, self-acceptance, openness and honesty about their sexual orientation and their decision to share this with others when and how they choose.
coming out by dijjn June 4, 2003
high femme
A lesbian who expresses the cultural norm for ultra-femininity - makeup, dresses, heels, hair, nails.
high femme by dijjn June 4, 2003
heterosexism
Heterosexism - The false assumption that everyone is or should be heterosexual because it is assumed to be the only acceptable and viable life option; this assumption often leads to discrimination based on sexual orientation; a form of homophobia.
heterosexism by dijjn June 4, 2003
internalized oppression
Internalized Oppression
the process by which a member of an oppressed group comes to accept and live out the inaccurate myths and stereotypes applied to the group.
the process by which a member of an oppressed group comes to accept and live out the inaccurate myths and stereotypes applied to the group.
internalized oppression by dijjn June 4, 2003
top
A person of any above description who "takes the lead" or is dominant in sexual situation. May or may not include S & M, fantasy role play or fetishes or servitude. May or may not want to be touched. Will initiate sex. If includes S & M, the top will be the one to do the bondage & pain play etc. to the bottom.