sexual relations

plural noun

Synonyms of sexual relations next

: sexual intercourse

Examples of sexual relations in a Sentence

adultery is defined as a married person engaging in sexual relations with someone other than their spouse

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1890, in the meaning defined above

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“Sexual relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexual%20relations. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.

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Kids Definition

sexual relations

plural noun

: sexual intercourse

Medical Definition

sexual relations

noun plural

: coitus

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