coitus

/ˈkoʊɪtəs/

Definitions

1. noun

sexual intercourse

“The couple’s coitus was interrupted by the loud noise from the neighbors.”

2. noun

a union or conjunction, especially of things that are difficult to join or unite

“The coitus of the two rivers formed a large delta.”

Synonyms

  • copulation
  • intercourse
  • union

Antonyms

  • estrangement
  • separation