banjee
n.— «Most band members wore tank tops emblazoned with the word “banjee” (a slang term for gay men of color who project a tough image).» —“Live: Hercules and Love Affair” by Ann Powers Los Angeles TImes (California) July 25, 2008. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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