Deviating from what is expected or normal; strange:"The light above his head made a queer reflection of himself in the glowing wineglass"(Carson McCullers). Odd or unconventional, as in behavior; eccentric:"His mother is very queer, with witchy hair and mismatched shoes"(Caroline Preston). Of a questionable nature or character; suspicious: thought there was something queer about his explanation.
Offensive Slang Gay or lesbian. Usage Problem Of or relating to lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, or transgender people.
Feeling slightly ill, as in being dizzy or queasy.
Offensive Slang Used as a disparaging term for a gay man or a lesbian.
Usage Problem A lesbian, gay male, bisexual, or transgender person.