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sexology

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Noun — The study of sex and sexuality, generally approached from a psychological or clinical angle.

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study sexology a sexology researcher the field of sexology train in sexology

It is a formal, academic term rather than everyday vocabulary.

Etymology

The term was coined by Elizabeth Osgood Goodrich Willard in 1867, formed from sex together with the suffix -ology, meaning the study of.

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Frequently asked questions

What is sexology?
It is the academic and clinical study of sex and sexuality, usually approached from a psychological or medical perspective.
Who coined the term sexology?
It was coined by Elizabeth Osgood Goodrich Willard in 1867.
Is sexology a recognised field of study?
Yes, it is an established field, and specialists in it are known as sexologists.

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