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oversexed

[oh-ver-sekst]

adjective

having an unusually strong sexual drive.

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Origin of oversexed

First recorded in 1895–1900; over- + sexed
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British Dictionary definitions for over-sexed

oversexed

adjective

having an excessive preoccupation with or need for sexual activity
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Word Origin and History for over-sexed

over-sexed

adj.

1898, from over- + past participle of sex (v.).

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
Medicine definitions for over-sexed

oversexed

[ō′vər-sĕkst′]

adj.

Having or showing an excessive sexual appetite or interest in sex.
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