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A glossary of sexual terms

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About this list of definitions of sexual terms:

Almost all glossaries of sexual terms have a single definition for each term. This list is different. It describes the various meanings assigned to sexual terms by various religious, therapeutic and other groups. Typically, religious liberals, gays, lesbians, human sexuality researchers, the medical profession, biologists, etc. have reached a consensus on the meaning of most sexual terms. However, many religious conservatives assign unique meanings to some sexual terms. This difference in definitions can greatly complicate attempts at dialogue; perhaps that is why the differences exist.

Some of the definitions below are somewhat simplified and are intended for a general audience. Full medical definitions are often more complex, specific, and less useful to the general public.

Sexual definitions:

Terms beginning with the letters:

	A to G
	H to R
	S to Z

Other related glossaries:

	Glossary of religious and spiritual terms
	Terms related to transsexuality, transgenderism and gender identity.

Copyright © 2003 to 2009 by Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance
Originally written: 2003-DEC-11
Latest update: 2009-SEP-16
Author: B.A. Robinson

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