Queer Definition & Meaning
queer
- adjective
- beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang"; "they have some funny ideas about war"; "had an odd name"; "the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves"; "something definitely queer about this town"; "what a rum fellow"; "singular behavior"
- homosexual or arousing homosexual desires
- noun
- offensive term for an openly homosexual man
- verb
- hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent"
- put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
"Queer" in song lyrics
See how queer is used in real songs:
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"So keep it short and sweet like Sherman Hemsley bonafide queer"
Chino XL w/ Ras Kass — Riiiot! -
"If you hold the mic too long you'll get smeared like a queer"
G&E Music — The March -
"Pete Townsend: internet pedophile and queer"
Goretex — Celebrity Roast
Words that rhyme with queer
Usage tips for "queer"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "queer" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for queer to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does queer mean?
- beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang"; "they have some funny ideas about war"; "had an odd name"; "the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves"; "something definitely queer about this town"; "what a rum fellow"; "singular behavior" homosexual or arousing homosexual desires offensive term for an openly homosexual man hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
- What part of speech is queer?
- Queer is an adjective, a noun, and a verb.
- How many definitions does queer have?
- Queer has 5 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adjective, noun, verb).