adam and steve

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What does adam and steve mean?

A phrase, often satirical, recasting the Biblical couple of Adam and Eve as a homosexual couple, Adam and Steve. In context, it may be used as a pejorative against either homosexuality or religious opposition to it.

Where does adam and steve come from?

Alteration of Adam and Eve with Steve chosen for its phonetic similarity.

How to pronounce adam and steve

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