More on bois and boys

[Mark A Mandel]

This is from Steven Brust, a well-known sf and fantasy author. The
discussion where this topic arose is on a list devoted to his works, and
he participates. Forwarded with his permission.

-- Mark A. Mandel

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Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2002 18:58:24 -0700
From: Steven Brust <skzb at dreamcafe.com>

As I understand it, a "boi" is a female who identifies as a submissive male
in a lesbian relationship.  A "boy" identifies a submissive in a gay male
relationship.

As I understand it, the BDSM community is in a race with the business
community to see who can do the most damage to our language in the least time.