sexual

• Relativo al sexo, a los caracteres, instintos o actividades asociados con el sexo o la reproducción, o a la atracción y las relaciones sexuales.

Relating to the characteristics, instincts, or activities associated with sex or reproduction.

1. Relating to sexB2formal

   Relating to the biological characteristics that define male and female, or to the act of sex.

   Relativo al sexo

   • Sexual reproduction is common in many species.
   • The doctor discussed sexual health with the patient.
   • They studied the sexual dimorphism in birds.

   Sinónimoscarnalcopulatoryeroticgenitalprocreativereproductive

2. Relating to genderB2formal

   Relating to the state of being male or female.

   relativo al género

   • Sexual equality is an important social goal.
   • The company has a policy against sexual discrimination.
   • Sexual orientation is a personal aspect of identity.

   Sinónimosgendersex

   Antónimosasexualnonsexual

3. Sexual attraction or activityB2formal

   Relating to feelings of attraction or physical activity between people.

   Relativo a la atracción o actividad sexual

   • Sexual harassment is prohibited in the workplace.
   • The film contains explicit sexual content.
   • They discussed the importance of consent in sexual relationships.

   Sinónimoscarnaleroticintimatephysicalsensual

   Antónimosplatonic