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sexuality

American  
[sek-shoo-al-i-tee, seks-yoo-] / ˌsɛk ʃuˈæl ɪ ti, ˌsɛks yu- /

noun

  1. sexual character; possession of the structural and functional traits of sex.

  2. recognition of or emphasis upon sexual matters.

  3. involvement in sexual activity.

  4. an organism's preparedness for engaging in sexual activity.


Other Word Forms

  • antisexuality noun
  • supersexuality noun

Etymology

Origin of sexuality

First recorded in 1790–1800; sexual + -ity

Example Sentences

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"For the first time, I actually questioned if I should have kept my sexuality a secret."

From BBC

“I loved how Caitlin asks people about our experiences and how that reflects in our own internal world, and how we think of our sexuality and our self-esteem.”

From Los Angeles Times

The lawsuit claims Corletto was 21 years old and struggling with his sexuality when he met McClurkin, known for songs “I Call You Faithful” and “Wait on the Lord,” in August 2003.

From Los Angeles Times

But bringing his sexuality and views on gender relations into the discussion — when no one else has done so — suggests that those issues aren’t far from mind, either.

From Salon

You said you knew about Will’s sexuality for years — was it since the start of the show or did that conversation come later?

From Los Angeles Times