Vincian is one of multiple proposed identities to be used by homosexual men (men who feel attraction to other men). It also serves as an alternative term for achillean. The term "gay" is often used as an adjective for homosexuality, and the entire LGBT community in general. Although it is closely related to male homosexuality, it is still used to describe many LGBT topics. For this reason, various proposed terms for homosexual men were coined, including vincian. Others are patroclian, wildean, and polarian. Some individuals also argue that "gay" should just mean homosexual men all together, due to the fact that homosexual women are referred to as lesbian.
Etymology
The term vincian was coined in honor of Leonardo da Vinci, who was an Italian polymath of the Renaissance. He was thought to be involved in various homosexual relationships.
Etymology of Other Terms
- Patroclian comes from the Greek story of Patroclus, who was thought to be a romantic partner of Achilles (Achilles is also the origin of achillean).
- Wildean was coined in honor of Oscar Wilde, an important figure in LGBT history.
- Polarian origins from Polari, a secret language that was used among gay men when homosexuality was illegal.