Desex
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Desex is a verb meaning (transitive) To remove another's sexual characteristics or functions, often via physical sterilization.
Meaning
(transitive) To remove another's sexual characteristics or functions, often via physical sterilization.
More Meanings
- (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.
Word Forms
- desexes
- desexing
- desexed
Synonyms for desex
Depending on context, synonyms include fix, sterilize, unsex, desexualize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sterilize, fix, desexualize, unsex, neuter, castrate.
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