Otter gay guy
Otter is a term used by gay men, referring to a subset of men who blend the physical and social traits of both bears and twinks, both invoking and defying traditional masculinity. Otters may be defined by physical appearance, tastes, phrase of traditionally gendered traits, and/or personal affiliation.[1][2]
The generic image of an otter is a man of average build with a fair amount of body hair, and usually dressing in ways that combine traditional masculinity with a subversion of it. Otter presentation often leans into the casual, and otters are frequently considered to be laid back. They are distinguished from bears physically by their smaller frames as well as through their presentation organism further distanced from the ruggedly masculine aesthetic. Homosexual men who fit the description of otters often consider themselves unaligned due to their balance of both masculine and feminine expressions of their manhood.
The origin of the otter label is unclear, but most agree it began as one of the many sub-categories of bears, allowing a lgbtq+ tribe for men who
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The designation "otter" is used within the male lover community to depict a subgroup of men who embody a mix of both bear and twink characteristics, challenging and embracing traditional masculinity simultaneously. Otters can be identified by their physical attributes, preferences, utterance of gendered traits, and personal affiliations.
Typically, the stereotypical image of an otter depicts a bloke with an average build, a moderate amount of body hair, and a fashion sense that combines elements of traditional masculinity with a subversive twist. Otter presentation often leans towards a casual style, and individuals fitting this description are often seen as laid-back. Distinguishing themselves from bears, otters possess smaller frames, and their presentation deviates further from the ruggedly masculine aesthetic. Gay men spotting as otters often see themselves as unaligned due to their balance of both masculine and feminine expressions of manhood.
While the start of the otter label remains unclear, it is widely believed to include originated as one of the sub
Types
Some gay men use types to describe, identify and communicate themselves. Who hasn't heard someone speak “he’s my type" or been asked if a guy is yours? There is always some disagreement around the terms we use and whether we should use them at all.
Therefore, you should be sensitive if applying a type to someone, bearing in mind some gay men reject them altogether as tight, superficial, and demeaning. Equally, some use types affectionately and as a convenient shorthand.
It's a bit of a bear pit (no pun intended), but here's our take on types, though you are perfectly entitled to hurl them out and be your own gay, your own homo, queer, etc.
Physical types and personal characteristics
Some guys are primarily attracted to physical types of queer men (eg: bears, twinks, and muscle guys) while some detect characteristics in men most attractive (eg: warmth, intelligence, and humour). Others mix and match and understanding these distinctions is important.
For example, the type(s) of men we find attractive sexually may not necessarily be the qualities we are looking for to sust
What’s an ‘Otter’ in the Gay Community? Why More Men Are Embracing the Term.
THERE IS A whole animal kingdom within the gay male community. Many queer men (proudly) spot as bears, cubs, wolves, giraffes, bulls, chickens—all terms used to describe their appearance. The term to describe a man who has a slim to average build, with body and facial hair, and a more masculine appearance is called an otter.
What exactly is an otter?
“Otters belong to the broader bear community [plus-sized, hairy gay men] and are celebrated for their unique combination of leanness and body hair,” says Lee Phillips, LSCW, a psychotherapist and sex therapist who often works with LGBTQIA+ populations. “They are not as large as bears, but also not as hairless as twinks [thin, hairless gay men].”
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Where does the designation ‘otter’ come from?
The origins of the term otter aren’t entirely clear. “I don’t think there’s any one moment or person who defined this term,” says Joe Kort, PhD, a psychotherapist and board-certified clinical sexologist. However, we do have a perception of when it em