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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Sarah Young

What does asexuality mean?

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Sexuality can be a complicated topic and, while much progress has been made in recognising the full spectrum that comes with it - from heterosexual and homosexual to bicurious and androphilic - there is still little understood about asexuality.

While more people have become aware of asexuality, thanks to efforts by the LGBT+ community and intiatives like Internationa Asexuality Day on 6 April, the term might still be confusing to some.

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