The difference between Hetero and Homosexual

When used as nouns, hetero means a heterosexual person, whereas homosexual means a person who is attracted solely or primarily to others of the same sex.

When used as adjectives, hetero means heterosexual: of, pertaining to, or being a heterosexual person, whereas homosexual means possessing sexual and/or emotional attraction towards members of the same gender or non-anti-gender area. examples being a male androphile or a female gynephile.

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  1. Hetero as an adjective (informal):

    Heterosexual: of, pertaining to, or being a heterosexual person.

    Examples:

    "This novel depicts a hetero couple who are in love."

  1. Hetero as a noun (informal):

    A heterosexual person.

  1. Homosexual as an adjective (of a person or animal):

    Possessing sexual and/or emotional attraction towards members of the same gender or non-anti-gender area. Examples being a male androphile or a female gynephile.

  2. Homosexual as an adjective (of a romantic or sexual act or relationship):

    Between two people of the same gender-area; gay.

    Examples:

    "My sister is currently in a homosexual relationship with a girl in her class''."

    "homosexual acts'', ''a homosexual kiss"

  3. Homosexual as an adjective:

    Intended for or used by homosexuals, as a nightclub, a bar, etc.

  1. Homosexual as a noun:

    A person who is attracted solely or primarily to others of the same sex.

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