sexes
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈsɛksəz// UK //sˈɛksɪz// sex·es
n. the two main groups, male and female, that people and animals are divided into. You use this word when talking about the biological differences between these groups.
n. the two main categories, male and female, into which humans and most other living things are divided on the basis of their reproductive functions.
The law says you cannot treat the sexes differently at work.
In many bird species, the two sexes look very different, with the males often having much brighter feathers.
Sociologists often study how different cultures perceive the roles of the sexes and how these perceptions influence the distribution of power within a community.
Usage
Plural form of 'sex'; frequently used in the phrase 'both sexes' or 'between the sexes'.