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Meaning of sexual relation

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sexual

Pronunciation:/ˈsɛksjuəl//ˈsɛkʃuəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. A species which reproduces by sexual rather than asexual reproduction, or a member of such a species.

    Antonyms:asexual
  2. A person who experiences sexual attraction, a person who has interest in or desire for sex (especially as contrasted with an asexual).

    Synonyms:allosexual
    Antonyms:asexual

adjective

Definitions

  1. 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.

  2. Capable of sexual reproduction; sexed, sexuate.

  3. Pertaining to sexual intercourse or other intimate physical contact.

    Example: Giving oral sex is my favorite sexual act.

  4. Characterised by sexual feelings or behaviour; possessing sexuality.

    Example: She's a very sexual woman