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Moderatesexual
The correct spelling is sexual.
How to pronounce sexual
/ˈsɛksjuəl/
nounIPA: /ˈsɛksjuəl/
Say it like: Sex-ual
The correct spelling is sexual. A species which reproduces by sexual rather than asexual reproduction, or a member of such a species. For example: "Women face sexual discrimination in the workplace."
Usage Examples
“Women face sexual discrimination in the workplace.”
“Giving oral sex is my favorite sexual act.”
“She's a very sexual woman”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A species which reproduces by sexual rather than asexual reproduction, or a member of such a species.
- 2.A person who experiences sexual attraction, a person who has interest in or desire for sex (especially as contrasted with an asexual).
adjective
- 1.Arising from the fact of being male or female; pertaining to sex or gender, or to the social relations between the sexes.
- 2.Capable of sexual reproduction; sexed, sexuate.
- 3.Pertaining to sexual intercourse or other intimate physical contact.
- 4.Characterised by sexual feelings or behaviour; possessing sexuality.
- 5.Pertaining to sexuality as a cultural phenomenon; relating to sexual behaviour or conduct.
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