sexless
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/ˈsɛksləs/
without sexual characteristics
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sexless' originates from the English word 'sex' combined with the suffix '-less', where 'sex' refers to biological characteristics and '-less' means 'without'.
Historical Evolution
'sex' combined with the suffix '-less' in Middle English to form 'sexless', maintaining its meaning of 'without sexual characteristics'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without sexual characteristics', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking sexual characteristics or attributes.
The creature was described as sexless, with no discernible gender.
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