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impotence
n. The inability of either partner to have normal sexual intercourse (see also consummation of a marriage). In the case of a married couple this is sometimes called canonical disability (i.e. a disability recognized by canon law, including that of the Roman Catholic Church, as a ground for annulment of the marriage). If the impotence is permanent and incurable, the marriage is voidable and either party may apply for a nullity of marriage order. Impotence must be distinguished from wilful refusal to consummate. |