The difference between Lesbian and Sapphist

When used as nouns, lesbian means a homosexual woman, one who is motly or exclusively sexually or romantically attracted to other women, whereas sapphist means a lesbian.

Lesbian is also adjective with the meaning: homosexual, gay.

check bellow for the other definitions of Lesbian and Sapphist

  1. Lesbian as an adjective (of a woman):

    Homosexual, gay; preferring mostly or exclusively women as romantic or sexual partners.

    Examples:

    "She is lesbian."

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

    Between two or more women; homosexual, gay.

    Examples:

    "a lesbian relationship / marriage / kiss"

  3. Lesbian as an adjective (especially of an institution or group):

    Intended for lesbians.

    Examples:

    "We're going to a lesbian bar tonight."

  1. Lesbian as a noun:

    A homosexual woman, one who is motly or exclusively sexually or romantically attracted to other women.

  1. Sapphist as a noun:

    A lesbian.

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