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'''Out''' is originally a homosexual term for a person who is comfortable being characterized as such. It now has other meanings, mainly "one who admits something proudly".  
 
'''Out''' is originally a homosexual term for a person who is comfortable being characterized as such. It now has other meanings, mainly "one who admits something proudly".  
  
The verb "to out" usually refers to an evangelical televangelist or other such Republican/Tory who has been found out as being gay.  
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The verb "to out" usually refers to an public figure who has been found out as being gay and has their sexuality reported in the media.  
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Revision as of 06:12, 4 March 2007

Out is originally a homosexual term for a person who is comfortable being characterized as such. It now has other meanings, mainly "one who admits something proudly".

The verb "to out" usually refers to an public figure who has been found out as being gay and has their sexuality reported in the media.

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