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.