heterosex
- noun
- /ˈhɛtərəˌsɛks/
- The survey asked participants to indicate if they identified with heterosex or another orientation.
Examples
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Discussions about heterosex and other orientations are becoming more common in schools.
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Many people identify as heterosex.
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Some people feel pressure to conform to heterosex in certain cultures.
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The term heterosex is often used.
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Many people openly discuss their heterosex orientation in today's society.
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In some cultures, heterosex is viewed as the only acceptable form of attraction.
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Education about heterosex and its acceptance is essential for promoting understanding.
Synonyms
Attraction to people of the opposite sex
Being attracted to people of the opposite sex
A sexual attraction to people of the opposite sex
Antonyms
How Heterosexual
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word heterosex is formed from hetero- 'other' and sex 'male or female', so it means sexual attraction to people of the opposite sex.