nonseksual

Nonsexual is an adjective used to describe something that does not involve sex or sexuality. It can refer to people, actions, content, or biological processes that lack sexual activity, sexual characteristics, or sexual reproduction.

In human sexuality, the term is sometimes used informally but is ambiguous. More precise terms include asexual, describing lack of sexual attraction, and aromantic, describing lack of romantic attraction. Nonsexual behavior might still be romantic or affectionate without sexual connotations.

In biology, nonsexual reproduction is more commonly termed asexual reproduction and describes reproduction without genetic contribution from two individuals. Modes include binary fission, budding, fragmentation, and vegetative propagation. Nonsexual reproduction can enable rapid population increase in stable environments but reduces genetic diversity.

In media and communication, nonsexual content refers to material that does not depict or imply sexual activity, nudity, or sexual themes, and is often a criterion in content rating systems and accessibility guidelines.