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 28, 2021

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

Did you see Trevor's email signature? He is gay adjacent.

by BasedinBC September 21, 2023