tinkerbell
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Meaning · English
A homosexual or effeminate man.
Register: derogatory, offensive, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
When he confronted his boss he screamed at him about being gay and fired him saying he didn't want "Tinkerbells" working for him.
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).
Common questions
What does “tinkerbell” mean?
A homosexual or effeminate man.
Is “tinkerbell” formal or informal?
tinkerbell is generally derogatory, offensive, slang.