Pronunciation

/sɛks/

Definitions

Noun

1. Sex (countable): The biological classification of organisms based on reproductive characteristics, typically distinguished as male and female. Example: “Human beings have two main sexes: male and female.”
2. Sexual activity: Intercourse or other intimate physical contact between people for pleasure or reproduction. Example: “They decided to have sex after a long day at work.”
3. Gender: The socially constructed roles, behaviors, and attributes associated with being male or female. Example: “Discussions about gender equality often focus on the differences between sex and gender roles.”

Verb

• Have sex: To engage in sexual activity with another person. Example: “They had sex for the first time last weekend.”
• Identify as: To self-identify one’s gender as male, female, or another non-binary option. Example: “She identifies as a transgender woman.”

Adjective

• Sexual: Relating to or involving sexual desire or activity. Example: “The book explores sexual dynamics in relationships.”
• Biological sex: Referring to the natural sex of an organism. Example: “The baby’s biological sex was determined to be male.”

Adverb

• Sexually: In a sexual manner or concerning sexual matters. Example: “She was sexually attracted to him.”

Phrases

• “Heterosexual sex” refers to sexual activity between individuals of opposite sex.
• “Sexual orientation” describes a person’s attraction to others of the same or different sex.
• “Abstain from sex” means to refrain from sexual activity.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “They were discussing the differences between biological sex and gender identity.”
• Verb: “After years of dating, they decided to get married and start a family.”
• Adjective: “The therapist provided a safe space for clients to explore their sexual desires.”
• Adverb: “She felt sexually frustrated after going through a long dry spell.”

Synonyms

• Gender
• Sexuality
• Reproduction
• Intimacy
• Eroticism
• Coitus (less common)