sex (redirected from sexing)

opposite sex

the other sex; (from the point of view of a female) males; (from the point of view of a male) females. (Also with member of, as in the example.) Ann is crazy about the opposite sex. Bill is very shy when he's introduced to the opposite sex. Do members of the opposite sex make you nervous?

See also: opposite

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a sex kitten  (old-fashioned)

a young woman who is sexually exciting or attractive

Usage notes: Some women think this phrase is offensive.

All she needs to do is untie her hair and remove her spectacles and she's transformed into a gorgeous sex kitten.

See also: kitten

a sex object

if someone thinks of a person as a sex object, they only think about having sex with them and do not think about their character or abilities How on earth can you feel anything for a man who just treats you as a sex object?

See also: object

better than sex  (informal)

extremely enjoyable or exciting To me, nothing compares with the thrill of surfing - it's better than sex.

See also: better

the battle of the sexes

the disagreements and fight for power that exist between men and women So has equality brought an end to the battle of the sexes?

See a battle of nerves

See also: battle

the fair/fairer sex  (old-fashioned)

women

Usage notes: Some women think this phrase is offensive.

My father hated the idea of me joining the army. He always said it wasn't a suitable occupation for the fair sex.

See also: fair