LGBT slang for a young or immature gay person — someone newly out or still learning the ropes of queer social culture. The '-ling' diminutive suffix gives it an affectionate, slightly patronizing quality (like 'duckling' or 'seedling'), suggesting someone at an early stage rather than someone fully formed. Used within LGBTQ+ communities, typically without malice.
The older regulars at the bar took the obvious gaylings under their wing and showed them the ropes.
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(LGBT slang) A young or immature gay person.
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Regional slang from around the English-speaking world — British, Australian, Irish, Caribbean, Nigerian, Filipino, AAVE, and the hyphenated-English dialects that make the internet sound local.
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