prom·is·cu·i·ty

[prom-i-skyoo-i-tee, proh-mi-]
noun, plural prom·is·cu·i·ties for 3.
1.
the state of being promiscuous.
2.
promiscuous sexual behavior.
3.
an indiscriminate mixture.

Origin:
1840–50; promiscu(ous) + -ity; compare French promiscuité

hy·per·prom·is·cu·i·ty, noun
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promiscuity (ˌprɒmɪˈskjuːɪtɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  promiscuous sexual behaviour
2.  indiscriminate mingling, mixture, or confusion, as of parts or elements

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Promiscuity is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
the offspring of a zebra and a donkey.
Example sentences
But this is not a return to the promiscuity of the boom.
The important point in this case, however, is neither privacy nor promiscuity
  but recklessness.
But their reputed promiscuity comes with obligations.
But it's an unjustified leap to conclude that her promiscuity caused her
  depression.
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