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gayness

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[gey-nis] / ˈgeɪ nɪs /

noun

  1. gay or lesbian sexual orientation or behavior.

  2. Older Use. the state or quality of being bright or showy.

    the gayness of the décor.

  3. Older Use. the state or quality of being merry or lively.

    her gayness of spirit.

Etymology

Origin of gayness

First recorded in 1400–50 gayness for defs. 2, 3, and in 1950–55 gayness for def. 1; Middle English gaynesse, gainesse ; gay ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

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