faggotry
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The stereotypical behaviors of a gay man or homosexuality in general.
Register: derogatory, offensive, slang, vulgar
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The exploitation of brutality and terror is blatantly apparent. The homosexual element lies somewhat deeper. It is not — at least, not importantly — in the obvious faggotry of men kissing one another and saying 'I love you,' […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Contemptible actions in general.
Register: derogatory, offensive, slang, vulgar
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “faggotry” mean?
The stereotypical behaviors of a gay man or homosexuality in general.
Is “faggotry” formal or informal?
faggotry is generally derogatory, offensive, slang, vulgar.