Sodomite
(noun)
- An archaic or offensive term for a person who engages in same-sex sexual activity, especially a man who engages in sexual activity with other men.
- An inhabitant of the ancient city of Sodom, as mentioned in the Bible.
Origin:
The word "sodomite" is derived from the name of the ancient city of sodom in the bible, where the inhabitants were said to have engaged in homosexual behavior. historically, it has been used as a derogatory term to refer to a person who engages in same-sex sexual activity, especially a man who engages in sexual activity with other men.
Examples:
- The use of the word "sodomite" is considered offensive and should be avoided.
- He was accused of being a sodomite and was shunned by the community.
- The story of Sodom and Gomorrah in the Bible is used to condemn sodomites.
- Sodomites were said to engage in sexual acts that were considered sinful.
- The term "sodomite" has been used as a derogatory label for gay men.