Female homosexuality. Named after the poet Sappho who lived on the greek island of lesbos (circa 600 bc). She was a lesbian by geography and sexual orientation. Also called lesbianism. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Sapphism: Female homosexuality. Named after the poet Sappho who lived on the Greek island of Lesbos (circa 600 BC). She was a lesbian by geography and sexual orientation. Also called lesbianism. Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=5409