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Heterosexual Definition & Meaning

heterosexual
adjective
  1. sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex
noun
  1. a heterosexual person; someone having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex

"Heterosexual" in song lyrics

See how heterosexual is used in real songs:

  • "But I'm a man dammit, screamin heterosexual"
    Akrobatik — Woman Pt. II
  • "I only sleep with women, cause I am heterosexual"
    Young MC — Got More Rhymes
  • "what does this word mean heterosexual"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "heterosexual"

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Frequently asked questions

What does heterosexual mean?
sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex a heterosexual person; someone having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex
What part of speech is heterosexual?
Heterosexual is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does heterosexual have?
Heterosexual has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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