heterosexuality

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The state of being sexually and romantically attracted primarily or exclusively to persons of the opposite sex.
  2. Sexual activity with a person of the opposite sex.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

heterosexuality heterosexualities

Etymology

From heterosexual + -ity or hetero- + sexuality.

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