Schrödinger’s Gay
English
Part of Speech: | IPA (RP & GenAm): /ˈʃrɜːdɪŋərz ɡeɪ/
Rhymes: -gay
“A humorous philosophical term describing the uncertain state of sexual orientation under technological mediation.”
Definition:
A humorous philosophical term describing the uncertain state of sexual orientation that arises when a person engages in a technologically mediated act, such as with a robot or avatar, whose operator’s gender is unknown. Until the identity of the operator is observed, the participant exists in a superposition of being both gay and not gay, much like Schrödinger’s cat, which is both alive and dead until the box is opened.
Example Sentence:
Schrödinger’s gay perfectly captures how technology blurs lines between sexual identity, knowledge, and intention.
Origin:
Popularized by Asmongold, a Twitch and YouTube personality known for his irreverent philosophical musings and gaming commentary. The phrase arose from a speculative discussion about the morality and legality of intimacy with remotely controlled robots, where the identity of the remote operator (and its implications for orientation) remained unknown.
Asmongold Clip:
Below is the original YouTube Short where Asmongold humorously discusses and contextualizes the term Schrödinger’s Gay in conversation about robotic intimacy and moral ambiguity.
Related Terms:
- Quantum sexuality — playful expression for identity fluidity in mediated or virtual contexts.
- Tele-intimacy — emotionally or sexually charged interaction through remote interfaces.
- Simulacrum desire — attraction directed toward artificial or represented identities rather than real persons.
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