intercourse
noun
in·ter·course
ˈin-tər-ˌkȯrs 
1
: physical sexual contact between individuals that involves the genitalia of at least one person
anal intercourse
oral intercourse
2
: exchange especially of thoughts or feelings : communion
3
: connection or dealings between persons or groups
Examples of intercourse in a Sentence
the unspoken rules of social intercourse
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That’s just not how intercourse or human bodies work.
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R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
With that said, females are more likely to experience dyspareunia (pain with intercourse).
—Laura Young, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025
This can create pelvic floor tension, hip pain, lower back issues, pain with intercourse, as well as urinary and bowel concerns.
—Dana Solomon, Outside Online, 16 Mar. 2025
When this happens, a range of symptoms occur that may include difficulty sleeping, pain during intercourse, hormone changes, and night sweats.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
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R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
With that said, females are more likely to experience dyspareunia (pain with intercourse).
—Laura Young, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025
This can create pelvic floor tension, hip pain, lower back issues, pain with intercourse, as well as urinary and bowel concerns.
—Dana Solomon, Outside Online, 16 Mar. 2025
When this happens, a range of symptoms occur that may include difficulty sleeping, pain during intercourse, hormone changes, and night sweats.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for intercourse
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“Intercourse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intercourse. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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intercourse
noun
in·ter·course
ˈint-ər-ˌkō(ə)rs
-ˌkȯ(ə)rs
1
: dealings between persons or groups : relations
2
: physical sexual contact between individuals that involves the genitalia of at least one individual
especially
: sexual intercourse
Medical Definition
intercourse
noun
in·ter·course
ˈint-ər-ˌkō(ə)rs, -ˌkȯ(ə)rs
1
: connection or dealings between persons or groups
2
: physical sexual contact between individuals that involves the genitalia of at least one person
anal intercourse
oral intercourse
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