Coitus and Coupling

Coitus

Coitus noun - Sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis.
Usage example: the act of coitus is the natural method by which conception occurs
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Synonyms for Coitus

Coupling is a synonym for coitus in sexual intercourse topic. In some cases you can use "Coupling" instead a noun "Coitus".

Nearby Words: coition, coital

Coupling

Coupling noun - Sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis.
Usage example: the zoo announced that the giant pandas' most recent coupling was successful and that a cub was expected in March

Coitus is a synonym for coupling. You can use "Coitus" instead a noun "Coupling".

Nearby Words: coupled, coupler
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