Coitus
/ˈkɔɪ.təs/noun
The physical act of sexual intercourse.
Did you know?In ancient Rome, coitus was not just a physical act but also seen as a sacred union, linking it to fertility rituals and divine blessings.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*koi-
“to lie down, to rest, to be at ease”
Latin
Latin
coitus
“a coming together, joining, or union”
Late Latin
Late Latin
coitus
“sexual intercourse, joining together”
Middle English
English
coitus
“the act of sexual union, derived from Latin usage”
Modern English
English
coitus
“the physical act of sexual intercourse, retaining its Latin form and meaning”