Ten Lesbian Terms Straight People Should Know

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1. U-Hauling

The act of two lesbians shacking up prematurely.

Q: What does a lesbian bring on the second date?

A: A U-Haul

2. Gold Star

A lesbian who has never slept with a man. In other words, the Eagle Scout, the gold standard... the gayest of the gay.

3. Chapstick Lesbian

Somewhere between a lipstick lesbian and a soft butch. Not into makeup, but always has that Burt's Bees on hand.

4. Deb

Short for Debbie Downer, this is someone who always brings drama wherever she goes. A Deb always rains on your lesbian parade.

5. Hasbian

A former lesbian who now identifies as heterosexual.

6. LUG

Short for Lesbian Until Graduation. More frequently than not, a student at a liberal arts or an all-girls college who lives a gay life all four years, only to be found straight and married post grad.

7. Celesbian

A famous celebrity who is a lesbian and popular in the LGBT community.

8. Boi

Biologically female but has a boyish appearance or presentation. She was a skater boi, she said see you later, boi.

9. Gaybie

A child of a gay couple. Sometimes used to describe a young teenage lesbian or someone fresh out of the closet.

10. Power Lesbian

A lesbian in a position of power. She likely has lots of money, connections and rocks a pants suit.