what is meant by sex?

Answer 1

sex (sĕks)
n.

1.
1. The property or quality by which organisms are classified as female or male on the basis of their reproductive organs and functions.
2. Either of the two divisions, designated female and male, of this classification.
2. Females or males considered as a group.
3. The condition or character of being female or male; the physiological, functional, and psychological differences that distinguish the female and the male. See Usage Note at gender.
4. The sexual urge or instinct as it manifests itself in behavior.
5. Sexual intercourse.
6. The genitals.

tr.v., sexed, sex·ing, sex·es.

1. To determine the sex of (an organism).
2. Slang.
1. To arouse sexually. Often used with up.
2. To increase the appeal or attractiveness of. Often used with up.

Answer 2

Hello New comer (I thought your new comer for Yahoo answers only - but I feel your also a newcomer for ....)

The definition of sex is given below. I thing it is told without vulgarity and you will understand -

Sex refers to the male and female duality of biology and reproduction, a process in biological DNA that dates back 4.6 - 3.5 billion years. DNA links back in an unbroken series of sexual reproduction taking forward information to present day. The somewhat similar term gender has more to do with identity than biology. The concept is confined to organisms that reproduce sexually.

The female sex is definitely defined as the one which produces the larger gamete (i.e., reproductive cell) and which typically bears the offspring. The category of sex reflects the biological reproductive function, rather than sexuality or other behaviors. In some animals, sex may be assigned to specific structures rather than the entire organism as some species, such as earthworms, are normally hermaphroditic.

Answer 3

A very detailed answer by jayaraman. Hope that gave you all the information you are looking for. If you are still in doubt - then go on and read my answer below:

'what is meant by sex' - depends on who means it.
I hope you are not asking about the menaing of this word, you found while creating your yahoo profile - there it simply means your gender - and they give you only two options male or female.

If you are trying to find out about sexual intercourse - it is best discovered on your own than read about it on the net.

Answer 4

try it. its fun! just use a condom

Answer 5

huh?