sexual intercourse

[ sek-shoo-uhl in-ter-kawrs ]

noun

1. genital contact, especially the insertion of the penis into the vagina followed by orgasm; coitus; copulation.
2. a sex act that involves penetration of one person’s vagina, anus, or mouth by another person for the sexual gratification of one or both parties.

sexual intercourse

noun

1. the act carried out for procreation or for pleasure in which, typically, the insertion of the male's erect penis into the female's vagina is followed by rhythmic thrusting usually culminating in orgasm; copulation; coitus venereal

Word History and Origins

Origin of sexual intercourse¹

First recorded in 1790–1800

Related Words

• cohabitation