fence sitter

noun — 2 senses

fence sitter

noun

Etymology From fence + sitter, from the verb sit on the fence.

1

One who takes neither side of an argument or controversy, but maintains a neutral position.

2

One who is bisexual, or who is uncertain about their sexual orientation.

Potentially offensive

  • What...? EW. You scored with the fence-sitter?2007, Adrian Tomine, Shortcomings (graphic novel), page 65
Related terms
draadsitter, fence-sitting, on the fence

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