Sexual/ˈsekʃuəl/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Relationship Context Often used when talking about whether partners are intimate. It's not appropriate to ask about their sexual relationship. Pro Tip 2/3Informal Conversations Can be sensitive or private; use with care in casual talks. Sexual topics came up at the dinner party. Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity Understand and respect cultural differences when discussing sexual matters. In some cultures, sexual discussions are taboo.