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What does "coming out" mean?

Vocabulary Word: coming out

1. Definition (expr.) being released, becoming available; relates to music, movies, books etc

Examples A new movie about boxing is coming out in two months.

Examples Did you hear that Madonna is coming out with a new CD?

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2. Definition (expr.) beginning to be known; starting to be known

Examples When Michael Jackson was first coming out he was already a sensation.

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3. Definition (expr.) telling people that you’re gay

Examples Many gay activists believe that coming out is the best way to combat homophobia.

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The author’s second book is coming out in coming weeks.

03:04 PM May 01 2013 |

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