gay
/ˈgā/
adjective
of, relating to, or characterized by sexual or romantic attraction to people of one's same sex —often used to refer to men only
of, relating to, or intended for people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, etc.
happily excited : merry
gay men
the gay rights movement
noun
a gay person; especially : a gay man
biographical name
John 1685—1732 English poet and dramatist