Meaning of the word virgin in English

What does virgin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

virgin

US /ˈvɝː.dʒɪn/

UK /ˈvɜː.dʒɪn/

a person who has never had sexual intercourse

Example:

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She remained a virgin until her marriage.

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He was still a virgin at 25.

Synonym:

celibate chaste innocent

not yet used, exploited, or developed

Example:

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The explorers discovered a virgin forest.

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This is a virgin piece of land, never built on before.

Synonym:

untouched unspoiled pristine unexplored unblemished