Sexual
(adjective)
- Relating to sex or the sexes.
- Relating to the instincts, physiological processes, or behavior related to sex and reproduction.
- Relating to or involving sexual activities or desires.
Origin:
Early 17th century: from latin sexualis, from sexus "sex".
Examples:
- The sexual behavior of the animals was studied.
- The sexual reproduction of the species was observed.
- The sexual attraction between the two individuals was obvious.
- The sexual abuse of the children was reported.
- The sexual orientation of the person was not relevant to the job.