What is another word for sadomasochism?

Pronunciation: [sˌe͡ɪdə͡ʊmˈasəkˌɪzəm] (IPA)

Sadomasochism is a complex and controversial term that refers to a range of erotic behaviors and fantasies that involve power, domination, and submission. The term itself is derived from the words sadism and masochism, which describe two distinct but related phenomena. Common synonyms for sadomasochism include BDSM (bondage and discipline, dominance and submission, and sadism and masochism), kink, fetish, and alternative sexuality. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe sexual practices that involve consensual power exchange and physical stimulation. Despite their association with taboo and deviance, sadomasochistic practices can be safe, consensual, and fulfilling for those who engage in them.

What are the hypernyms for Sadomasochism?

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What are the hyponyms for Sadomasochism?

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Famous quotes with Sadomasochism

  • Even the best critical writing on Emily Dickinson underestimates her. She is frightening. To come to her directly from Dante, Spenser, Blake, and Baudelaire is to find her sadomasochism obvious and flagrant. Birds, bees, and amputated hands are the dizzy stuff of this poetry. Dickinson is like the homosexual cultist draping himself in black leather and chains to bring the idea of masculinity into aggressive visibility.
    Emily Dickinson

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