This glossary has been produced by members of LGBTQ+ youth groups in England with Dr Lucy Jones from the University of Nottingham. We hope it helps you to understand the language used by many young LGBTQ+ people to describe their lives and their identities, and to support them through their journey into adulthood.

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Binders

Description

An item of clothing to help flatten the chest safely. This can be very important for some LGBTQ+ people.

Biphobia

Description

Being prejudiced towards someone and/or discriminating against them based on the fact they identify as bisexual.

Bisexual

Description

Being attracted to more than just one gender. Some bisexual people might be more attracted to one particular gender more than another.

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