Virginity

usgb/vərˈdʒɪnəti/
noun

The state of never having had sexual intercourse.

She lost her virginity when she was in college.
Visual representation of "virginity" - The state of never having had sexual intercourse

Often appears as...

  • lose one's virginity
  • preserve one's virginity
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Cultural Sensitivity

In some cultures, virginity is highly valued, so discuss it with sensitivity and respect.

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When the topic of virginity came up, they approached it with cultural understanding.
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Gender Perspectives

Virginity may have different expectations and pressures for different genders.

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Societal views on virginity can vary greatly between men and women.
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Idiomatic Usage

Phrases like 'losing virginity' can be common but carry subjective connotations.

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They spoke about 'losing virginity' as a rite of passage.
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