same sex
The term "same sex" is often used in discussions about gender identity and relationships, particularly those involving people of the same gender.
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Definition
B2Sociology
(general)Relating to people who share the same gender identity.
Example
- Same-sex friendships can be deeply meaningful and supportive.
B2Relationships
(general)Describing romantic or sexual relationships between individuals of the same gender.
Example
- Same-sex couples often face unique social challenges.
- They celebrated their same-sex marriage with family and friends.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "same sex":
opposite sexthird sexequal marriagesexual orientationsexual majoritysexual minoritycommon gendergay marrysexual relations