noun
pl. -·cies- the state or fact of being intimate; intimate association; familiarity
- an intimate act
- [usually pl.] sexual intercourse
noun
- The close relationship you have with your spouse when you can share everything is an example of intimacy.
- Sexual relations are an example of intimacy.
- A remark to your friend about the very personal nature of her life or marriage is an example of an intimacy.
- A warm, cozy restaurant with quiet tables where you sit close to your dinner guests is an example of a restaurant that offers intimacy.
Intimacy is defined as mental, emotional or physical closeness such as a personal remark, a warm and familiar setting, or detailed knowledge about a subject.
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noun
pl. in·ti·ma·cies- The condition of being intimate.
- An instance of being intimate.
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Noun
(plural intimacies)
- feeling or atmosphere of closeness and openness towards someone else, not necessarily involving sexuality
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Sentence Examples
- Yes, you know between cousins intimacy often leads to love.
- I would love to share that intimacy with you, but don't think for a minute this diminishes my feelings for you.
- He was educated at the university of Leiden, where he formed a close intimacy with Daniel Heinsius.
- That level of intimacy wasn't something he ever experienced with others.
- It was his way of focusing in - pulling her close without the intimacy of touching.
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