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owl
What does owl mean?
Stands for Older Wiser Lesbian. An older, more experienced sapphic who's been around the scene and carries the wisdom to prove it. Often used affectionately or aspirationally — the queer elder you go to for advice — and sometimes in the dating sense, an older woman with a younger partner, a sapphic answer to 'cougar'.
"I asked an OWL at the bar for advice and she sorted out my whole love life in one cigarette."
Frequently asked questions
What does OWL stand for?
It stands for 'Older Wiser Lesbian' — the seasoned one who's seen it all.
How do you use OWL in a sentence?
"Ask the OWL of the group — she's been out for thirty years and knows everyone."
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