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frigidity (n.)

early 15c., from Middle French frigidité (15c.), from Late Latin frigiditatem (nominative frigiditas) "the cold," from Latin frigidus "cold" (see frigid). In reference to sexual impotence, 1580s, originally of men; by 1903 of women.

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Definitions of frigidity from WordNet

frigidity (n.)
sexual unresponsiveness (especially of women) and inability to achieve orgasm during intercourse;
Synonyms: frigidness
frigidity (n.)
the absence of heat;
Synonyms: coldness / cold / low temperature / frigidness
frigidity (n.)
a lack of affection or enthusiasm;
Synonyms: coldness / coolness / frigidness / iciness / chilliness
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