sexuality

noun

Definition of sexualitynext
as in sex
the sexual habits and desires of a person She is comfortable with her sexuality. a study of male sexuality

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Recent Examples of sexuality Others believe that human sexuality should be expressed within a male-female covenant and that male and female sexuality are immutable qualities determined by chromosomes present at the beginning of life. — Krista Kafer, The Denver Post, 12 Mar. 2025 In her discussion of Christianity, King relishes the absurdity that results when a religion that is disgusted by female sexuality also engages in mother worship. — S. C. Cornell, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025 If this movie plays some small part in destigmatizing middle-aged female sexuality, that’s worth applauding. — Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025 Despite current shifts in cultural trends, Jean doesn’t think sexuality and romance are going away. — Leah Asmelash, CNN, 9 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sexuality

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