Phonetic Breakdown of "sexes"
Learn how to break down "sexes" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.
Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:
/ˈsɛksɪz/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries
IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:
S EH1 K S AH0 Z
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation
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Definition of "sexes"
Pronunciation: /ˈsɛksɪz/
Noun
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An offshoot of a larger religion; a group sharing particular (often unorthodox) political and/or religious beliefs.Example: "A religious sect."
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A group following a specific ideal or a leader.
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A cutting; a scion.
Noun
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A category into which sexually-reproducing organisms are divided on the basis of their reproductive roles in their species.Example: "The effect of the medication is dependent upon age, sex, and other factors."
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Another category, especially of humans and especially based on sexuality or gender roles.
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The members of such a category, taken collectively.
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The distinction and relation between these categories, especially in humans; gender.
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(with "the") Women; the human female sex and those who belong to it.
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Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier.
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Genitalia: a penis or vagina.
Verb
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To determine the sex of an animal.
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To have sex with.