Guncle

Guncle is a portmanteau of "gay" and "uncle," used as a warm term for a gay uncle, whether a biological relative, an in-law, or a close family friend who fills that role. Dictionaries record it as slang dating to at least the early 2010s, and it typically carries a fond, playful tone. A guncle is often cast as the fun, generous, and supportive adult who offers kids a caring queer presence and steady encouragement. The word has spread through pop culture, greeting cards, and merchandise, and it sits alongside similar coinages people invent for other relatives. It reflects the value LGBTQ+ people place on both biological family and chosen family.