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homophobia
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ho·mo·pho·bi·a  (hm-fb-)
n.
1. Fear of or contempt for lesbians and gay men.
2. Behavior based on such a feeling.
[homo(sexual) + -phobia.]
homo·phobe n.
homo·phobic adj.
homophobia
Noun
intense hatred or fear of homosexuals [homo(sexual) + phobia]
homophobia
fear of or apprension about homosexuality.
See also: Homosexuality
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.homophobia - prejudice against (fear or dislike of) homosexual people and homosexuality
bias, prejudice, preconception - a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation


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