"GLAAD" meaning in English

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Proper name

IPA: /ɡlæd/
Rhymes: -æd Etymology: Pseudo-acronym of Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation. No longer an acronym; the official name is simply GLAAD (pronounced "glad"), to support the LGBT+ community in its entirety, including bisexual, transgender, etc., persons. Etymology templates: {{pseudo-acronym|en||Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation}} Pseudo-acronym of Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Head templates: {{en-prop}} GLAAD
  1. An American organization focusing on the inclusive portrayal of LGBT people in the media. Wikipedia link: GLAAD Categories (topical): Organizations

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