Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bestiality

Noun

/ˌbɛs.tiˈæl.ɪ.ti/

Definition

The act of engaging in sexual activity with animals.

Examples

Bestiality is viewed as a serious crime in many jurisdictions.
There are laws in place to prevent acts of bestiality because of the potential harm to animals.

Meaning

Bestiality refers to sexual relations between a human and an animal, which is illegal in many places and considered unethical due to the inability of animals to give consent.