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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A person who considers themselves or is considered by others to be no longer homosexual, usually due to conversion therapy. especially, in-plural

Adjective

1. 1
   Of or pertaining to the movement that considers homosexuality a disease and claims it can be cured by conversion therapy. not-comparable

   "Ex-gay ministries began as redoubts for men and women trying to reconcile their faith and sexuality."

Example

More examples

"The "drop the T" movement was started by a guy who now identifies as ex-gay."

Etymology

From ex- + gay.

Related phrases

ex-ex-gayex-gay therapy

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