Gay

Men who are only or predominantly sexually, romantically, and/or emotionally attracted to other men, and boys who are attracted to other boys. This includes all men and boys: transgender, intersex, and cisgender. Some non-binary people who are predominantly attracted to men also identify as gay. “Gay” is a sexual orientation, an embodied part of a person’s identity, no matter their relationship status or sexual/romantic experience.

Note: “Gay” can also be used to describe people of other genders who aren’t straight (e.g., some women prefer “gay” to “lesbian”).