Homoromantic
Pronunciation:
[ˈhōˌmō rōˈmantik]
Definition
A romantic orientation wherein the individual has a romantic attraction to members of the same gender or sex, but do not necessarily have sexual attraction towards their romantic partners.
A homoromantic person share affection, intimacy and companionship with their romantic partner, but will have a heterosexual attitude towards the sexual aspect of the relationship.
Example
Tiffany: “You want to make out? But aren’t you homosexual? I thought you were with Tony?”
Dean: “I’m not homosexual, I’m homoromantic. Tony and I are just romantically involved with one another, we look elsewhere for our sexual needs.”