lesbisk
Lesbisk is a term used in Swedish (and other Scandinavian languages) as an adjective that denotes sexual orientation: women who are attracted to other women. In practice, it is commonly used to describe people, relationships, or culture, as in lesbian women or lesbian dating. While it can modify nouns directly, many speakers prefer constructions like lesbiska kvinnor or en lesbisk kvinna for clarity; in English the equivalent term is lesbian.
Etymology: The word derives from the Greek island Lesbos, traditionally associated with the ancient poet Sappho
Historical and cultural context: Lesbian identities have existed across cultures, but visibility and rights have varied.
Current usage and issues: The term is used self-referentially by individuals who identify as lesbian and by