The difference between Heterosexual and Homosexual

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

When used as adjectives, heterosexual means sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex, 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. Heterosexual as an adjective:

    Sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex.

  1. Heterosexual as a noun:

    A heterosexual person, or other heterosexual organism.

  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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