nonsexual
/ˌnän-ˈsek-sh(ə-)wəl/ (ame, mw)
nonsexual — 形容詞
- nonsexualpositive
- more nonsexualcomparative
- most nonsexualsuperlative
1. not connected with sexual feelings, sexual activity, or physical intimacy.
非性的
與性或性行為無關的
not connected with sexual feelings, sexual activity, or physical intimacy.
The therapist explained that the hug was warm but completely nonsexual.
治療師解釋，那個擁抱很溫暖，但完全是非性的。
be nonsexual: predicative use after a linking verb
After the breakup, Mina wanted a close but nonsexual friendship with Omar.
分手後，Mina 希望和 Omar 保持親近但不涉及性的友誼。
nonsexual + friendship: relationship without sexual involvement
The art teacher showed nonsexual nude sketches in class.
美術老師在課堂上展示了非性的裸體素描。
The doctor asked whether the touching was medical or nonsexual.
醫師詢問，那種碰觸是出於醫療需要，還是非性的。
The dance coach said the exercise was nonsexual and focused on trust.
舞蹈教練說，這個練習是非性的，重點在建立信任。
- platonic
mainly used for close relationships or affection without sex
- non-erotic
more formal and often used for art, touch, or physical contact
- sexual
involving sexual feelings, desire, or activity
文法句型
nonsexual + noun
be nonsexual
用法筆記
Often used when touch, closeness, or nudity could be misunderstood as sexual. Common with words like relationship, touch, intimacy, and images of the body.