Definition
To disclose to others about one's sexual orientation, romantic orientation, or gender identity, where previously this had been kept secret.
To self-disclose about one's minority or disapproved-of identity, belief, preference, etc.
In Context
- "He came out of the closet as gay to his friends."
- "Now, we're coming out / Out of our closets / Out on the streets / Yeah, we're coming out"
- "She finally came out of the closet to her religious family regarding her atheism."
Also Said As
Opposite In Meaning
- remain in the closet
- woodwork
See Also
- closeted
- come out of the woodwork
- in the closet