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sexuality

[ sek-shoo-al-i-teeor, especially British, seks-yoo- ]

noun

  1. sexual character; possession of the structural and functional traits of sex.
  2. recognition of or emphasis upon sexual matters.
  3. involvement in sexual activity.
  4. an organism's preparedness for engaging in sexual activity.


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Other Word Forms

  • t·u·i·ٲ noun adjective
  • p·u·i·ٲ noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of sexuality1

First recorded in 1790–1800; sexual + -ity
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Example Sentences

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Now, researchers have also begun to ask questions about how psychedelics could impact sexuality and relationships.

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Once, he says, he caught two peers placing a bet on his sexuality at a Walt Disney World event, but he laughed it off.

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Having an education in sexuality, sexual identity, and human diversity before they see that stuff — so they can distinguish fact from fantasy — is the only true way to protect children.

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The stepmother is a single mom and a widow at a time in history when her only way to secure money is through her body and her sexuality, and by marrying.

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She writes about reclaiming her sexuality after being vilified for it, of facing down her "demons," of despair, and of striking up the unlikeliest friendship possible.

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