Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gaydar

Noun

/ˈɡeɪˌdɑːr/

Definition

A colloquial term used to describe the ability to perceive someone’s sexual orientation, particularly whether someone is gay or not, based on various cues or behaviors.

Examples

“She swears she has good gaydar and can spot a gay man from across the room.”
“He joked that his gaydar was off that night, as he had no idea his friend was gay.”
“Some people believe gaydar is just a stereotype, while others think it’s a real phenomenon.”