Sex Education Vocabulary

noun refers to the external genital organs of the human body that are typically covered by clothing

adjective describes something as belonging to or concerning an individual person or group, and not for public knowledge or disclosure

• It is important to teach children about the proper names for their private parts.
• Hey, make sure you cover up your private parts at the pool.
• I can't believe he whipped out his junk in public, what a creep.
• She felt like someone had invaded her private parts when he asked personal questions.

noun the act of interrupting sexual intercourse before ejaculation

• Coitus interruptus is a method of contraception that involves withdrawing the penis from the vagina before ejaculation.
• Some couples use coitus interruptus as a form of birth control.
• Pulling out is a slang term for coitus interruptus.
• In a figurative sense, coitus interruptus can refer to any abrupt interruption or cessation of activity.

verb Abstaining is a verb that refers to the act of choosing not to do something, typically for moral or religious reasons.

• The patient is abstaining from alcohol as part of their treatment plan.
• I'm abstaining from sweets this week to try to eat healthier.
• She's totally abstaining from drama in her life right now.
• By abstaining from gossip, you can maintain a positive reputation.