Same-sex
(adjective)
- Relating to or involving people of the same sex, especially in the context of romantic or sexual relationships.
- Relating to or involving people who identify as the same gender, or the same gender identity.
Origin:
From the concept of two people of the same gender having a relationship, it is a compound word formed by the prefix "same" and "sex". .
Examples:
- The government has announced a new policy on same-sex marriage.
- The couple had a same-sex wedding ceremony in front of their friends and family.
- The school has a support group for students who identify as same-sex attracted.
- The company's diversity policy includes the protection of rights for same-sex couples.
- The research study focuses on the experiences of same-sex couples in the workforce.