sex object

American  

noun

1. a person viewed as being of little interest or merit beyond the potential for providing sexual gratification.

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sex object British  

noun

1. a person viewed or treated as a means of obtaining sexual gratification

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Etymology

Origin of sex object

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Kashkari was one of four Fed voters to object at the Fed’s April meeting, making Jerome Powell’s last policy decision as Fed chair one of the most contentious in decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

From the early days of the republic to the Vietnam War, America’s past is dotted with instances when people skipped taxes to object to bigger issues, she said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

That means that the immigrant must be told what country they’re going to be sent to and then get an opportunity to object.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

Davis said that many online commenters seemed to object both to tipping and service charges, even as restaurateurs struggle to raise menu prices to keep pace with the soaring costs of food and rent.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

His dad stared hard, like he knew Benji was going to object.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty