What does it mean to be a asexual person?

Asexuality is a sexual orientation defined by a lack of sexual attraction to any person of any gender. This has nothing to do with the person's libido or desire to participate in sexual activities.

 Sexual attraction, in basic terms, means you find a specific person sexually appealing and want to have sex with them. Asexual people, who might use the term “ace” or “aces” for short, typically don’t experience sexual attraction or want to pursue sexual relationships with other people.

That said, being asexual means different things to different people. Some people might only experience sexual attraction in very limited circumstances. For example, someone who is demisexual — which some say falls under the asexual umbrella — experiences sexual attraction only when they experience a deep connection.

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