Men, usually black or latino, who partake in heterosexual relationships, but also engage in homosexual activities with other men at "oppurtune" times. These homosexual encouters happen purely for sex not a relationship or emotional connection. Over 73% of black males, as reported on Oprah, are on The DL.
by Shanalya Emiglaiman April 16, 2006
by Tyra March 05, 2005
Meaning on the down low a turm used mostly by black homosexuals who are in the closet or the down low
by NLR718 June 06, 2006
Dow-low; not known by the general public.
Something that is a secret or surprise needs to be kept on the DL
Something that is a secret or surprise needs to be kept on the DL
by kissmissbecca February 05, 2009
by squipple November 10, 2002
by IceWarm October 02, 2004