Fagot: meaning, definitions and examples

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fagot

 

[ หˆfรฆษกษ™t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

offensive term

The term 'fagot' is an offensive and derogatory term used to refer to a gay man. It is often used in a demeaning manner to insult or belittle someone's sexual orientation. Using such terms fosters a culture of discrimination and hatred, and is generally considered unacceptable in modern society. It is important to be respectful and refrain from using language that can cause harm or distress to others.

Synonyms

gay, homosexual, queer.

Examples of usage

  • He was bullied for being a faggot.
  • The term is often thrown around carelessly in schools.
  • Using 'faggot' in jokes contributes to homophobia.
Context #2 | Noun

bundle of sticks

In a different context, 'fagot' can refer to a bundle of sticks or twigs, often tied together for fuel or other purposes. This usage is much less common in modern English, but it is still recognized in some regions. Historically, it has been used in various languages to describe similar items. Different cultures have utilized such bundles in various ways, including for fencing or kindling.

Synonyms

bundle, sticks, twigs.

Examples of usage

  • She gathered a fagot of twigs for the fire.
  • The old lady used a fagot to light her stove.
  • In the forest, a fagot can be very useful.

Translations

Translations of the word "fagot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fagote

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคพเค—เฅ‹เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fagott

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fagott

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐะณะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fagot

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใ‚ดใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท basson

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fagot

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fagot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”์ˆœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงุบูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fagot

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fagot

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝŽ้Ÿณ็ฎก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fagot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fagott

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะฐะณะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ’แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fagot

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fagot

Etymology

The word 'fagot' originates from the Middle English and derived from the Old French 'fagot', which means a bundle of sticks. The term historically symbolized something small and humble, and it was also used in French to refer to a firewood bundle. In the 16th century, the term began to take on a derogatory meaning, particularly used as an insult towards men who engaged in homosexual acts. Its transformation into a homophobic slur has roots in the societal stigma against homosexuality. The pejorative use of the term reflects societal attitudes and discrimination, ultimately contributing to its status as a highly offensive term in contemporary language.