Pronunciation: /ˈvɜrdʒɪnəti/
noun the state of being a virgin
A1 She wanted to wait until marriage to lose her virginity.
A2 In some cultures, a woman's virginity is highly valued.
B1 The concept of virginity has different meanings in various societies.
B2 There is a lot of pressure on young people to maintain their virginity.
C1 The idea of virginity as a social construct has been debated by scholars.
C2 Some argue that the emphasis on virginity perpetuates harmful stereotypes and expectations.
formal The concept of virginity has been historically significant in many cultures.
informal She was determined to hold onto her virginity until marriage.
slang I heard he finally lost his V-card last weekend.
figurative Losing her virginity to the world of politics was a daunting experience.
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