adj
hetero
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adj
1
Informal for heterosexual; attracted to the opposite sex.
"The show was criticized for only featuring hetero couples."
noun
1
Informal term for a heterosexual person.
"He identifies as a hetero, but supports the LGBTQ community fully."
How to Use Hetero
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual short form of "heterosexual."
Word Forms
more hetero comparative, heteros plural, most hetero superlative
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Etymology
A clipped, informal form of "heterosexual."