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sexual
1[sek-shoo-uhl, seks-yoo-]
adjective
of, relating to, or for sex.
Publicly discussing sexual matters was frowned upon in those days.
The store is known for selling sexual aids.
occurring between or involving the sexes.
In humans, melatonin concentrations are related to sexual maturation, with significant decreases occurring at the onset of puberty.
having sexual organs or reproducing by processes involving both sexes.
The patterns of genetic variation in sexual species tend to be very different from those in asexual species.
-sexual
2a combining form extracted from heterosexual and homosexual, used to describe a person's sexual orientation or identity: polysexual.
pansexual;
polysexual.
a combining form extracted from metrosexual, used to describe a person's lifestyle, appearance, or way of dressing with regard to attracting or choosing a romantic partner: lumbersexual.
vegansexual;
lumbersexual.
sexual
/ ˈɛʊə /
adjective
of, relating to, or characterized by sex or sexuality
(of reproduction) characterized by the union of male and female gametes Compare asexual
Other Word Forms
- sexually adverb
- antisexual adjective
- antisexually adverb
- nonsexual adjective
- nonsexually adverb
- unsexual adjective
- unsexually adverb
- ˈܲ adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of sexual1
Example Sentences
For the Catholic Church, no aspect of Pope Francis' record is more sensitive or contentious than his handling of the sexual abuse of children by members of the clergy.
Using drugs with, caring for or having sexual contact with an infected person are also common means of infection, according to the U.S.
But the Pope heads a huge, wealthy institution with significant moral authority and global sway on everything from conflict resolution to sexual politics.
Since then, dozens of people have filed lawsuits accusing Mr Combs of sexual assault, with accusations dating back to 1991.
Complaints about a "culture in which sexual boundaries seemed blurred", inappropriate language and excessive consumption of alcohol have been highlighted in a cathedral safeguarding review.
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