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sexting

sexting

9 7.7
Sending messages, photos and videos about sex using a phone or computer
  • noun
  • /ˈsɛkstɪŋ/
  • NSFW
translation icon : sexting
  • Many teenagers engage in sexting as a way to express their romantic feelings.

The headline was John Crist involved in sexting and manipulation of women.

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Examples

  • The so-called act of sexting has been in the news a few times this week.

  • The other advantage of sexting is that it can actually lead to sex.

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  • Study: Teens who are 'sexting' are more likely to engage in risky sexual behavior.

    Blog text (12)
  • On Valentine's Day 2012, they presented a program about sexting and dating violence to students enrolled in Vinton County High School.

    Blog text (10)
  • We further recommend that discussion about sexting and its associated risk behaviors be included in school-based sexual health curricula.

    Blog text (12)
  • A related concern is sexting, which includes creating, sending, posting, or disseminating sexually suggestive text messages, pictures, or videos of oneself or others.

    Academic text (2013)
  • Experts warn that sexting can lead to serious consequences if images are shared without consent.

  • The rise of smartphones has contributed to the prevalence of sexting among young adults.

How Sexual

sexting
  • NSFW
9 7.7
flirting
43 3.5
texting
  • Texting
49 1.8

Surface Forms

sexting singular
sextings plural

Morphology

sexting = text (semi-transparent) = sex + text + ing

While the components are clear, the specific meaning of sending sexually explicit content is not directly derivable from the base words.

Etymology

Sexting is made from sex and texting, so imagine texting with sexual content. That's why sexting means 'sending sexual messages, pictures, or videos' by phone or other devices.