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This page follows the evolution of queer language (English) in the United States as used by general society and queer society, both casual terms and derogatory terms.

19th Century

  • Third Sex
  • Urn/Urning

20th Century

  • Intermediate Sex

21st Century

  • Groomer (slur) - from "grooming", a term used to describe an act used by child predators to influence minors, "groomer" became popularly used by right-wing demagogues to imply transgender and queer individuals are attempting to influence and abuse youth.