adj

venereal

vuh-NEER-rih-uhl

Venereal (adj) means relating to sexual intercourse, especially diseases transmitted through it. Example: “The clinic offers free testing for venereal disease.”

adj

Relating to sexual intercourse, especially diseases transmitted through it.

"The clinic offers free testing for venereal disease."

How to use venereal

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRelating to sex, almost always used today in the phrase "venereal disease" for sexually transmitted infections.

When to use it

Now largely replaced in modern medical and everyday usage by "sexually transmitted infection" (STI), though "venereal disease" is still understood.

Common pairings

venereal disease

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Etymology

From Latin venereus ("of sexual love"), from Venus, the Roman goddess of love.

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Related words

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Rhymes for venereal

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of venereal?

"venereal" (adj) means relating to sexual intercourse, especially diseases transmitted through it.

What is another word for venereal?

Other words for "venereal" include genital.

How do you use venereal in a sentence?

Example: "The clinic offers free testing for venereal disease."

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