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homosexuality

A Dictionary of Nursing | 2008 | © A Dictionary of Nursing 2008, originally published by Oxford University Press 2008. (Hide copyright information) Copyright

homosexuality (hoh-moh-seks-yoo-al-iti) n. a pattern of sexuality in which sexual behaviour and thinking are directed towards people of the same sex (see also lesbianism). Counselling can benefit people who are concerned about their sexual orientation.
homosexual adj., n.

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