gleichgeschlechtlich
Translation
same-sex, homosexual
Examples
Sie kämpfen für die gleichgeschlechtliche Ehe.
They are fighting for same-sex marriage.
Das Gesetz betrifft gleichgeschlechtliche Paare.
The law affects same-sex couples.
Grammar Patterns
((attributive)) + Noun same-sex ~ a gleichgeschlechtliche partnership
Similar Words
Synonyms: homosexual; Antonyms: heterosexual, of different sexes
Etymology
Composed of 'gleich' (same), 'Geschlecht' (sex/gender), and the adjective suffix '-lich'. It means 'of the same gender'.
Memory Tips
To remember it, just break it into its parts: 'gleich' (same) + 'Geschlecht' (gender). The meaning is very direct.