sexual

sexual definition - medical

sex·u·al (sĕkˈsho͞o-əl)

adjective
  1. Of, relating to, involving, or characteristic of sex, sexuality, the sexes, or the sex organs and their functions.
  2. Implying or symbolizing erotic desires or activity.
  3. Of, relating to, or involving the union of male and female gametes.

Related Forms:

  • sexˈu·al·ly adverb

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