sexual
sexual is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, sexual is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofsexual
- A species which reproduces by sexual rather than asexual reproduction, or a member of such a species.
- A person who experiences sexual attraction, a person who has interest in or desire for sex (especially as contrasted with an asexual).
Synonyms: allosexual
- Arising from the fact of being male or female; pertaining to sex or gender, or to the social relations between the sexes.
Example: "Women face sexual discrimination in the workplace."
- Capable of sexual reproduction; sexed, sexuate.
- Pertaining to sexual intercourse or other intimate physical contact.
Example: "Giving oral sex is my favorite sexual act."
- Characterised by sexual feelings or behaviour; possessing sexuality.
Example: "She's a very sexual woman"
- Pertaining to sexuality as a cultural phenomenon; relating to sexual behaviour or conduct.
Example: "a sexual innuendo."
- (of a person) Experiencing sexual attraction; not asexual.
Synonyms: allosexual
- Pertaining to the female sex.
Synonyms: feminine
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