nonsexual
|non/sex/u/al|
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/nɒnˈsɛkʃuəl/
not related to sex
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonsexual' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'sexual' from Latin 'sexualis', which pertains to sex or gender.
Historical Evolution
'Nonsexual' was formed by combining 'non-' with 'sexual' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to sex', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not involving or related to sexual activity or attraction.
Their relationship was purely nonsexual.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45