Bisexuality (Noun)
Meaning 1
Showing characteristics of both sexes.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- Some species of coral exhibit bisexuality, producing both sperm and eggs simultaneously.
- In many bird species, the younger males will exhibit bisexuality before maturing into dominant males.
- Research on clownfish has revealed bisexuality in these animals, as they are known to switch sex.
- In certain cultures, people with intersex characteristics may identify as exhibiting bisexuality or mixed-sex features.
- Studies have also documented bisexuality in various invertebrates, including worms and certain mollusks.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
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Meaning 2
Sexual activity with both men and women.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Bisexuality refers to an individual's sexual attraction to and/or romantic involvement with people of both their own and other sexes.
- Some researchers have found that bisexuality is a stable and distinct sexual orientation.
- Historically, human bisexuality has been a common practice in many cultures around the world.
- In humans, bisexuality can manifest in a variety of ways, including emotional, romantic, and sexual attraction.
- A 2016 survey found that more women than men identify with bisexuality in the United States.