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Frigidity Definition & Meaning

frigidity
noun
  1. sexual unresponsiveness (especially of women) and inability to achieve orgasm during intercourse
  2. the absence of heat; "the coldness made our breath visible"; "come in out of the cold"; "cold is a vasoconstrictor"
  3. a lack of affection or enthusiasm; "a distressing coldness of tone and manner"

"Frigidity" in song lyrics

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  • "sexual abuse and frigidity"
    AOL — AOL
  • "obesity and frigidity"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sexual dysfunction or frigidity"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does frigidity mean?
sexual unresponsiveness (especially of women) and inability to achieve orgasm during intercourse the absence of heat; "the coldness made our breath visible"; "come in out of the cold"; "cold is a vasoconstrictor" a lack of affection or enthusiasm; "a distressing coldness of tone and manner"
What part of speech is frigidity?
Frigidity is a noun.
How many definitions does frigidity have?
Frigidity has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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