sex

US /seks/
UK /seks/
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1.

性别

either of the two main categories (male and female) into which humans and most other living things are divided on the basis of their reproductive functions.

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What sex is your baby?
你的宝宝是哪个性别
The form asks for your name, age, and sex.
表格要求填写您的姓名、年龄和性别
2.

性, 性行为

sexual activity, including sexual intercourse.

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They discussed the importance of safe sex.
他们讨论了安全性行为的重要性。
The movie contained scenes of explicit sex.
这部电影包含露骨的场面。
1.

确定性别

to determine the sex of (an animal).

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It's difficult to sex young chicks.
很难分辨小鸡的性别
The veterinarian will sex the puppies next week.
兽医下周将确定幼犬的性别