Meaning & Definition of Sex in English
English⟶
Sex
/sɛks/
noun
1. Activities associated with sexual intercourse
- "They had sex in the back seat"
synonym:
- sexual activity,
- sexual practice,
- sex,
- sex activity
2. Either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided
- "The war between the sexes"
synonym:
- sex
3. All of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses
- "He wanted a better sex life"
- "The film contained no sex or violence"
synonym:
- sex,
- sexual urge
4. The properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles
- "She didn't want to know the sex of the foetus"
synonym:
- sex,
- gender,
- sexuality
verb
1. Stimulate sexually
- "This movie usually arouses the male audience"
synonym:
- arouse,
- sex,
- excite,
- turn on,
- wind up
2. Tell the sex (of young chickens)
synonym:
- sex
Examples of using
They had a deep emotional connection and decided to have sex.
It is important to have open and honest communication with your partner about desires and boundaries before engaging in sex.
Safe and consensual sex is a fundamental aspect of maintaining sexual health and well-being.