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Noun: homophobia  ,how-mu'fow-bee-u
  1. Prejudice against (fear or dislike of) homosexual people and homosexuality
    "Efforts to combat homophobia have led to increased acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals"

Derived forms: homophobias

Type of: bias, preconception, prejudice

Encyclopedia: Homophobia