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dyke

Dyke vs False - What's the difference?

dyke | false |


As a noun dyke

is or dyke can be (slang|pejorative) a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner this word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering (see usage notes).

As an adjective false is

(label) one of two states of a boolean variable; logic.

Dyke vs Vein - What's the difference?

dyke | vein |


As nouns the difference between dyke and vein

is that dyke is or dyke can be (slang|pejorative) a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner this word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering (see usage notes) while vein is .

Dyke vs Undefined - What's the difference?

dyke | undefined |


As a noun dyke

is or dyke can be (slang|pejorative) a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner this word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering (see usage notes).

As an adjective undefined is

lacking a definition or value.

Dyke vs Bulwark - What's the difference?

dyke | bulwark |


As nouns the difference between dyke and bulwark

is that dyke is or dyke can be (slang|pejorative) a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner this word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering (see usage notes) while bulwark is a defensive wall or rampart.

As a verb bulwark is

to fortify something with a wall or rampart.

Terp vs Dyke - What's the difference?

terp | dyke |


As nouns the difference between terp and dyke

is that terp is (military|or|deaf|slang) an interpreter (translator) or terp can be any of various essential oils containing monoterpene alcohols which are added to a henna mix to darken the color while dyke is or dyke can be (slang|pejorative) a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner this word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering (see usage notes).

As a verb terp

is to add such an essential oil to (a henna mix).

Dyke vs Stuff - What's the difference?

dyke | stuff |


As nouns the difference between dyke and stuff

is that dyke is an alternative spelling of lang=en while stuff is miscellaneous items; things; (with possessive) personal effects.

As a verb stuff is

to fill by crowding something into; to cram with something; to load to excess.

Breakwater vs Dyke - What's the difference?

breakwater | dyke |


As nouns the difference between breakwater and dyke

is that breakwater is a construction in or around a harbour designed to break the force of the sea and to provide shelter for vessels lying inside while dyke is or dyke can be (slang|pejorative) a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner this word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering (see usage notes).

Bank vs Dyke - What's the difference?

bank | dyke |


As nouns the difference between bank and dyke

is that bank is an institution where one can place and borrow money and take care of financial affairs while dyke is an alternative spelling of lang=en.

As a verb bank

is to deal with a bank or financial institution.

Dyke vs Gay - What's the difference?

dyke | gay |

Gay is a synonym of dyke.



In pejorative lang=en terms the difference between dyke and gay

is that dyke is a lesbian, particularly one who appears macho or acts in a macho manner. This word has been reclaimed, by some, as politically empowering. (See usage notes. while gay is Used to express dislike: lame, uncool, stupid.

As nouns the difference between dyke and gay

is that dyke is an alternative spelling of lang=en while gay is a homosexual, especially a male homosexual; see also lesbian.

As a proper noun Gay is

{{surname|A=An|English|from=nicknames}}, originally a nickname for a cheerful or lively person.

As an adjective gay is

happy, joyful, and lively.

As a verb gay is

to make happy or cheerful.

Dyke vs Moat - What's the difference?

dyke | moat |


As nouns the difference between dyke and moat

is that dyke is an alternative spelling of lang=en while moat is a deep, wide defensive ditch, normally filled with water, surrounding a fortified habitation.

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