asexually

American  

[ay-sek-shoo-uh-lee] / eɪˈsɛk ʃu ə li /

adverb

1. Biology. in a way that is independent of sexual processes; without the union of male and female germ cells.

2. in a way that shows or is characterized by lack of sexual attraction or lack of interest in sex.

3. in a platonic way, without sexual feelings or attraction; nonsexually.

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Other Word Forms

• semi-asexually
  adverb

Example Sentences

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asexually

Tilling areas with silverleaf nightshade also spreads the plant because the rhizomic roots, like many weeds, can propagate asexually over multiple years and growing seasons.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 3, 2024

They can also be propagated sexually, by planting seeds, or asexually, through rooting vine cuttings.

From Salon ● Nov. 9, 2023

The Vuvv, who reproduce asexually, have a fixation on human dating culture and romance.

From New York Times ● Aug. 17, 2023

Female animals can also reproduce asexually to take advantage of a favourable change in conditions.

From Scientific American ● Jun. 9, 2023

“Yes. Removing only the leaves you need, leaving the rest to continue growing. And the yeast reproduces on its own asexually using budding.”

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera