to be a gay, lesbian, bi or queer person who hides their true sexual orientation from the public and those around them. often for fear of persecution, rejection, others' reactions, but not always for negative reasons. some would just as soon not come out or see no reason to.
by dagger_grrl October 12, 2003
A repressed homosexual or bi-sexual who may or may not 'come out of the closet' and disclose their sexuality. They may be 'outed' against their will.
Also refers to a homosexual or bi-sexual who is experiencing self denial.
Also refers to a homosexual or bi-sexual who is experiencing self denial.
by LizzieHHH December 22, 2007
by (witheld so I won't have to be afraid to tell the truth) October 5, 2004
(adj) Describing an aspect that one keeps rather private or completely secret, usually due to fear of social rejection. Commonly used in reference to homosexuality, but not exclusively.
"Yep, my brother has his guilty pleasures when it comes to music. He's closet hair metal fan, believe it or not."
by Bill M. September 21, 2004
Someone who has a different orientation or gender identity than typical and has not yet shared with the rest of the world
by Lexus14blacklist October 11, 2015