Meaning & use
sodomite
An old, now offensive term for a man who engages in sodomy, especially used historically in religious or legal texts.
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Medieval law codes sometimes listed harsh punishments for anyone accused of being a sodomite.
The historian explained how the word sodomite was used in centuries-old court records.
A note on using this word
This word is now widely considered offensive and outdated; it survives mainly in historical, legal, or biblical discussion rather than everyday speech.
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