Intercourse

Pronunciation: /ˈɪntərˌkɔːrs/

Intercourse (noun)

  1. the act of physical intimacy between two people, often leading to reproduction
  2. the exchange of ideas or information between people

Examples

  • They discussed the importance of consent in intercourse.
  • Intercourse should always be consensual and respectful.

Common collocations: engage in intercourse, consensual intercourse, engage in intercourse, intellectual intercourse, intercourse of ideas

Synonyms of Intercourse

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Intercourse

  • — referring to lack of interaction
  • — referring to absence of communication