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Definition of virginity

virginity

/vɚˈdʒɪn.ə.ti/
vir · gin · i · ty
Adverb:virginally
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Plural:virginities
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Adjective:virginal
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virginity Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or condition of never having had sexual intercourse.

Example

"Across many historical cultures, vows of lifelong virginity were associated with religious devotion."

2

The state of being pure, fresh, untouched, or unused.

Example

"The conservationists sought to preserve the ecological virginity of the ancient alpine forest."

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• Nearby Words

virginia bluebells
virginia falls
virginia opossum
virginity
virgo
virile
virility

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French virginite, from Latin virginitatem, derived from virgo meaning 'maiden' or 'unmarried woman'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Virginity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/virginity
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