What does "sexual minority" mean?

The state of being a minor in sexual matters.

What is a synonym for "sexual minority"?

Common synonyms include: homosexuals, lgbt, queer.

noun

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Noun

1
The state of being a minor in sexual matters. uncountable
2
A (member of a) group outside of the mainstream of accepted sexual expression or orientation in a given culture. (Also used attributively.) countable
"Many U.S. states do not protect any sexual minority from discrimination or retribution."

"Many U.S. states do not protect any sexual minority from discrimination or retribution."