sexually
UK: ˈsekʃuəli | US: ˈsekʃuəli
adv. in a manner relating to sex or sexual activity
adv. from a biological perspective regarding reproductive characteristics
The word "sexually" derives from the Latin root "sexus" (meaning "gender" or "division"), which evolved into "sexualis" in Late Latin, meaning "pertaining to sex." The suffix "-ly" was added in Middle English to form an adverb, indicating "in a manner of." Thus, "sexually" literally means "in a manner related to sex," reflecting both biological and behavioral contexts.
The study examines how animals behave sexually in their natural habitats.
Some diseases are transmitted sexually.
The documentary discusses how gender roles are culturally and sexually constructed.
Plants can reproduce sexually or asexually.
The law protects individuals from being discriminated against sexually.