penetrative sex

Coitus involving insertion

Penetrative sex refers to sexual activity in which a body part or object is inserted into another person's body, most commonly a penis entering a vagina or anus.

The term distinguishes this form of intercourse from other sexual activities like oral sex or manual stimulation.

In medical, legal, and educational contexts, penetrative sex is often the specific referent when discussing pregnancy risk, sexually transmitted infections, or definitions of intercourse.

They discussed penetrative sex during the health class.

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sexual activity type

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Sexual activity without penetration

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Voluntary forgoing of indulgences

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