Pre-marital Sex
Definition
This refers to any sexual activity between individuals before they are legally married. In the context of European history, societal attitudes towards pre-marital sex have varied greatly depending on the time period and cultural norms.
Related terms
Chastity: Refers to abstaining from sexual conduct according to one’s state in life; its opposite is called lust.
Victorian Morality: A set of social values that emerged during Queen Victoria's reign, emphasizing strict codes of conduct, including sexual restraint and a strong work ethic.
Sexual Revolution: A social movement during the 1960s and 1970s that challenged traditional codes of behavior related to sexuality and interpersonal relationships, including attitudes towards pre-marital sex.
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