Asexuality
Asexuality
Asexuality (/eɪˈsɛksjʊˌælɪti/; from Latin a- "not" and sexus "sex") is the lack of sexual attraction to others, or low or absent interest in or desire for sexual activity. It may be considered a sexual orientation or the lack thereof. It may also be categorized more widely to include a broad spectrum of asexual sub-identities.
Etymology
The term "asexuality" is derived from the Latin prefix a-, meaning "not", and the Latin word sexus, meaning "sex". It was first used in this context in the mid-20th century, to describe a perceived lack of sexual desire.
Related Terms
- Aromantic: A person who experiences little or no romantic attraction to others.
- Demisexual: A person who does not experience sexual attraction unless they form a strong emotional connection with someone.
- Graysexual: A person who falls somewhere on the spectrum between sexual and asexual.
- Autochorissexual: A person who has a disconnect between oneself and a sexual target/object of arousal; may involve sexual fantasies, or arousal in response to erotica or pornography, but lacking any desire to be a participant in the sexual activities therein.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Asexuality
- Wikipedia's article - Asexuality
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