closet case

== English == === Etymology === From closet +‎ case. First use appears c. 1946 in the Washington Post. === Pronunciation === === Noun === closet case (plural closet cases) (slang, idiomatic) A person who conceals or denies their sexuality or gender identity. Synonyms: closet (clipping), closet queen (slang, idiomatic) A person who is shunned, ignored, or considered to be an embarrassment. ==== Translations ====