noun
homo
HOH-moh
noun
1
Whole or full-fat milk that has been processed so the fat is evenly distributed.
"He picked up a carton of homo on the way home for the kids' cereal."
adj
1
A slang, often offensive, term relating to homosexuality.
"The word was used as a slur in the film to show the character's prejudice."
How to Use Homo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHas two very different everyday uses: an informal Canadian/regional term for homogenized milk, and a dated slur — context makes clear which is meant.
When to use it
The slur sense is offensive and best avoided; use "gay" or "homosexual" instead in neutral writing.
Word Forms
more homo comparative, homos plural, homos plural, most homo superlative
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Etymology
Shortened form of "homosexual" in one sense; "homogenized" in the dairy sense.