What does desex mean?
Desex means (transitive) To remove another's sexual characteristics or functions, often via physical sterilization..
Desex
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To remove another's sexual characteristics or functions, often via physical sterilization..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To remove another's sexual characteristics or functions, often via physical sterilization.
- (transitive) To desexualize.
Example Sentences
The Bronski Beat doesn't hint and flirt; it delivers. There's no artsy and safe vagueness behind "Need a Man Blues": […] The group hasn't desexed itself even to make a video.
Synonyms for desex
Antonyms for desex
Related Words
Word Forms
- desexes
- desexing
- desexed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for desex?
Common synonyms include fix, sterilize, unsex, desexualize.
What is the opposite of desex?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use desex in a sentence?
The Bronski Beat doesn't hint and flirt; it delivers. There's no artsy and safe vagueness behind "Need a Man Blues": […] The group hasn't desexed itself even to make a video.
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