Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hasbian

Noun

/ˈhæzbiən/

Definition

A formerly straight individual who has transitioned to a homosexual orientation, specifically referring to someone who was in a heterosexual relationship but has now adopted a same-sex orientation.

Examples

After coming out, she often described herself as a hasbian.
His friends teased him about being a hasbian after his marriage ended.
Many in the LGBTQ+ community embrace the term hasbian as a badge of honor.

Meaning

The term combines ‘has-been’ and ‘lesbian’ (or ‘bisexual’), reflecting the change in sexual orientation and often used humorously or in a self-descriptive manner.