Definition

Relating to efforts or actions aimed at stopping or banning certain sexual acts, particularly sodomy.

Example

The group organized a campaign against antisodomy laws in their state.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new law they're proposing?

Yeah, I think it's pretty controversial.

Some people say it's an antisodomy measure that goes too far.

I agree, it seems like it's infringing on personal freedoms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Antisodomy is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "sodomy" (from Latin "sodomia", meaning sexual intercourse between persons of the same sex). The term refers to opposition against sodomy or same-sex sexual relations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'against' ('anti-') and 'sodomy' as a specific type of sexual act — this helps you remember that antisodomy means opposition to that act.

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