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sexuals

sexuals is the plural of sexual.

Meaning of sexual

Noun

sexual (plural sexuals)

  1. A species which reproduces by sexual rather than asexual reproduction, or a member of such a species.
    Synonyms:
    eusexual
    Antonyms:
    asexual
  2. A person who experiences sexual attraction, a person who has interest in or desire for sex (especially as contrasted with an asexual).
    • The findings suggest that asexuality is best conceptualized as a lack of sexual attraction; however, asexuals varied greatly in their experience of sexual response and behavior. Asexuals partnered with sexuals acknowledged having to 'negotiate' sexual activity.2012, Issues in Sexuality and Sexual Behavior Research: 2011 Edition, ScholarlyEditions, →ISBN
    Synonyms:
    allosexual
    Antonyms:
    asexual

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Questions about sexuals

What is sexuals the plural of?
Sexuals is the plural of sexual.

Words near sexuals in the dictionary

  1. sexually transmitted infections
  2. sexually-oriented
  3. sexualness
  4. sexualogical
  5. sexualogy
  6. sexuals
  7. sexuate
  8. sexuation
  9. sexuo-
  10. sexuo-economic
  11. sexuoeconomic

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