intersexual

• Terme désuet, autrefois utilisé pour décrire des personnes présentant des caractéristiques biologiques sexuelles ne correspondant pas aux définitions binaires typiques du masculin ou du féminin ; aujourd'hui remplacé par le terme « intersexe ».

An outdated term formerly used to describe individuals with biological sex characteristics that do not fit typical binary definitions of male or female; now replaced by the term 'intersex'.

1. Relating to interaction between sexesC1formalscientific

   Existing or occurring between the sexes, often used in biological or sociological contexts to describe phenomena that involve both males and females.

   intersexuel (relatif à l'interaction entre sexes)

   • Intersexual communication in animals can involve complex displays.
   • The study examines intersexual selection in the evolution of mating behaviors.
   • Intersexual dynamics in the workplace are influenced by cultural norms.
   • Researchers observed intersexual competition during the breeding season.

   Antonymesunisexual

2. Intermediate sexual characteristicsC1formalmedical

   Having physical or genetic traits that are not exclusively male or female, typically referring to individuals with variations in sex development.

   intersexué

   • The patient has intersexual features, including ambiguous genitalia at birth.
   • Intersexual conditions arise from differences in chromosomes or hormones.
   • Medical support for intersexual individuals focuses on personalized care.
   • Awareness of intersexual variations has increased in recent years.

   Synonymesintersex