General
daddy
What does daddy mean?
A typically older, dominant gay man — established, assertive, the one running the show. Carries a mix of authority and provider energy. Often the senior half of a daddy/cub or daddy/boy pairing.
"Silver fox in a tailored suit buying the round — total daddy."
Origin
Long-running gay and kink slang for the older, dominant partner; the wider internet sense (any attractive authoritative man) bloomed in 2010s online culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does daddy mean in gay slang?
Daddy refers to an older, dominant gay man — confident, in charge, and owning it.
How do you use daddy in a sentence?
"He's got total daddy energy at the bar."
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