Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defloration
Noun
/ˌdɛf.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of losing virginity, especially in a sexual context; the removal of a flower from a plant.
Examples
- Her defloration signified a significant change in her life.
- The botanist studied the defloration of various plant species.
Meaning
Defloration typically refers to the first sexual intercourse of a person who has not previously engaged in sexual activity. In a botanical sense, it can refer to the process of removing a flower from a plant, which may affect its reproduction.
Synonyms
- Loss of virginity
- First sexual experience
- Disvirgination
