Monk
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Definition
An unmarried man who does not have sexual relationships. In sexuality-related usage, “monk” describes a man living without sex rather than necessarily referring to a member of a religious order.
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What does “monk” mean?
In sexuality-related usage, a monk is an unmarried man who does not have sexual relationships. The word describes his sexual and relationship status, not necessarily a religious identity.
Monk as a religious term
Outside sexuality and dating contexts, “monk” can refer to a male member of a monastic order devoted to religious service.