Dyke (slang) - Wikipedia Dyke is a slang term, used as a noun meaning lesbian [1][2] It originated as a homophobic slur for masculine, butch, or androgynous girls or women Pejorative use of the word still exists, but the term dyke has been reappropriated [3] by many lesbians to imply assertiveness and toughness
DYKE中文 (简体)翻译：剑桥词典 - Cambridge Dictionary dyke noun [C] (WALL) Add to word list a wall built to prevent the sea or a river from covering an area, or a channel dug to take water away from an area 堤坝，大坝
DYKE Definition Meaning | Dictionary. com The terms dyke and bull dyke are used with disparaging intent and are perceived as insulting However, they have been adopted as positive terms of self-reference by young or radical lesbians and in the academic community
dyke — Wordorigins. org Much of the word’s origin is not known, but dyke appears in print c 1930 and is most likely a clipping of the older bull dyke and bulldyker But the origin of these older terms remains a mystery with several plausible explanations
Dyke Day LA Dyke Day LA is a volunteer organization whose vision is to create community gatherings that center inclusivity
dyke - Wiktionary, the free dictionary Noun dyke (plural dykes) (British spelling) An earthwork raised to prevent inundation of low land by the sea or flooding rivers
dyke | definition by Lexicon Library. LGBT Although originally, and still often used in a derogatory manner, it has been reclaimed by many lesbians and sapphic women as a positive term; for example, the lesbian motorcycle group Dykes on Bikes, and various Dyke Marches that take place during Pride events