"zedsexual" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Forms: more zedsexual [comparative], most zedsexual [superlative]
Etymology: From zed + -sexual as a play on asexual, since the sexuality falls on the other side of the sexual spectrum from asexuality, as the letters "A" and "Z" are on opposite ends of the alphabet. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|zed|sexual}} zed + -sexual Head templates: {{en-adj}} zedsexual (comparative more zedsexual, superlative most zedsexual)
  1. (neologism) Not asexual; experiencing sexual attraction to others. Tags: neologism Categories (topical): Sexual orientations Synonyms: allosexual, sexual
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