intercourse

simple noun19 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.5

The most common and general adjective for intercourse.

Refers to sexual intercourse between a man and a woman.

Intercourse without using a condom or other form of contraception.

Refers to sexual intercourse between people of the same sex.

Intercourse that all parties agree to.

Intercourse without the consent of one of the parties; rape.

A specific type of sexual intercourse.

A specific type of sexual intercourse.

Sexual intercourse that is illegal, for example with a minor.

Refers to the exchange of ideas and feelings in a social context; communication.

A common way to say intercourse happens.

A formal way to say intercourse happens.

Used to specify one of the partners involved.

Used to specify the partners involved.

Used to specify when something happens relative to the act.

The most common and neutral way to express this.

A formal way to say have intercourse.

To agree to have sexual intercourse.

A formal or literary term, sometimes suggesting self-gratification.