Definitions to help you better understand sexual pleasure terms & sex health terms & their meanings.

Abortion
The termination of any pregnancy and the removal of the contents of the uterus. This can occur either by induction or spontaneously (when it is then known as a miscarriage)

Abstinence
To refrain from having any sex.

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (Aids)
Disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This disease involves weakening of the immune system until it is unable to fight infections.

Addiction, Sexual
A condition characterized by an excessive preoccupation with sex that creates a compulsive search for any sexual stimulation, the compulsion to have sex no matter what the cost or risk, and feelings of utter hopelessness or an inability to control one's own compulsions.

Anal Beads
A string of small balls on a string. They are designed to be inserted into the anus and then pulled out to create sexual stimulation.

Anal intercourse / Anal Sex
Any sexual activity in which a man's penis is inserted into another person's anus.

Analingus
The stimulation of the anus with mouth and tongue.

Anus
The rectal opening. The end of the anal canal.

Aphrodisiac
Any substance that decreases sexual desire.

Androgyne
Any person psychologically intermediate between male and female or a person who rejects any specifically male or female gender role.

B&D
An acronym for Bondage and Discipline - Any sexual activity in which one person is bound while another engages in "discipline" activities, such as spanking, whipping or other abuse.

BDSM
An acronym for Bondage Discipline Sado Masochism - Any sexual activity in which one person is bound while another engages in "painful discipline" activities, such as spanking, whipping or other painful abuse.

Bestiality
Any sexual contact with animals; can also known as zoophilia.

Bisexuality
Any sexual orientation in which one person feels attracted to both males and females.

Blow job
Common slang term for fellatio. The oral stimulation of the male genitals.

Bondage
Any sexual activity in which one person is bound while another engages in "discipline" activities, such as spanking, whipping or other abuse.

Butt Fucking
Any sexual activity in which a man's penis is inserted into another person's anus.

Butt Plug
Any dildo specially designed for insertion into the anus. It usually has a flared base to prevent it from going in too far in the rectum.

Clap
A slang term for gonorrhea.

Climacteric
An older term for menopause.

Climax
Orgasm.

Clit
A slang expression for the clitoris.

Clitoris
The Clitoris is the small, hooded organ (the clitoral glans) at the top of the cleft of the female vulva, which is the counterpart of the penis in the male [from Greek, kleitoris, clitoris]. Usually only the glans of the clitoris is externally visible. In the human female the body of the clitoris extends internally on either side of the vulva and vestibule. In total, the clitoris is about 80 percent the size of the male penis.

Cock
Slang term for penis. The male sex organ. Also "dick".

Coitus or Coition
The sexual act, specifically the taking of his penis into her vagina, or the penetrating of her vagina with his penis; but more generally the complete interaction between two sexual partners.

Condom
A latex sheath that is placed over the erect penis to protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. Trojan.

Contraception
The prevention of conception by the use of birth control devices or agents usually pills, condoms, creams, diaphrams, etc.

Crabs
Slang term for Pediculosis pubis or pubic lice

Cross Dressing
The wearing of clothing of persons of the opposite sex. Cross Dresser.

Cum
Slang term for semen which is the fluid expelled from the penis during ejaculation, containing fluids combined from several glands as well as sperm.

Cunnilingus
is a form of oral sex involving mouth contact with her vagina. The term cunnilingus comes from an alternative Latin word for vulva (external female genitals), cunnus, and from the Latin word for licking, lingere. In cunnilingus, her labia, her clitoris and/or her vaginal area are licked, kissed or gently sucked. The feeling of the mouth and tongue on her genitals can be very pleasurable for some people. Cunnilingus can be a part of any couples' foreplay, it is meant to heighten her sexual arousal, or it can be the sole activity. Many women also experience orgasm by means of cunnilingus. Though cunnilingus is very common among heterosexual and homosexual couples, not everyone engages in it. Some people, both men and women, simply do not feel comfortable with it.

Cunt
Slang term for vagina or disparagingly for women.

Diaphram
The saucer-shaped rubber contraceptive device that is filled with spermicide and inserted into the back of the vagina to block the cervical opening.

Dick
Slang term for penis. See also Cock.

Dildo
A device used for sexual stimulation by insertion into her vagina or anyone's anus that is usually in the overall shape of a phallus. Often used in domination and submission. See also Strap on Dildo.

Dyke
Was once used to indicate a butch (masculine role) lesbian, but now referring to any lesbian

Eating Out
A slang term for cunnilingus.

Ejaculate
To have an male orgasm with expulsion of seminal fluid from the penis. Also used as an noun for the fluid itself (semen).

Erection
The enlargement and hardening of the penis due to vasocongestion that occurs during sexual arousal in the male. See also Hard On

Erogenous Zone
Erogenous zones are the parts of the body that, when stimulated, elicit sexual arousal. Precisely which body parts are sources of sexual arousal varies with each individual. The male and female genitals are the most obvious erogenous zones, but many parts of the body not involved in reproduction are sensitive to any sexual touch. The largest sensory organ for both men and women is the skin itself, especially the inner thigh area, the neck, the breasts and nipples, and the perineum, the area between the genitals and anus. Other erogenous zones include the eyelids, the ears, and the shoulders.

Many people have also found that having their feet stroked is arousing. Stroking, caressing and massaging of erogenous zones can be titillating forms of sensual pleasure in and of themselves, or they can be invitations to further sexual activity. The mouth, including the lips and tongue, for most people, is an area of high erotic potential. Kissing is one act that uses the sensitivity of this region in a sexually stimulating way. The anus, rectum and buttocks are also potentially erogenous zones. The ass is highly sensitive to touch and the insertion of a finger, object or penis in the anus and rectum is part of some people's sexual activity. The buttocks are sometimes a target for spanking or stroking, which can feel very arousing to some people. Deliberately exploring yourself and your partner is the first step in discovering which body parts are sexually responsive and the types of stimulation that feel best. Varying the pressure of touching and stroking the body from head to toe with different materials, such as a silk scarf, a soft brush, or a feather, often helps to identify previously undiscovered erogenous zones.

Fellatio
Oral stimulation of the male genitals. Blow Job

Fingering
Slang term for stimulation of a woman's genitals with the fingers. Female Masturbation

Fisting
Slang term for a sexual variation in which an individual inserts his or her entire hand into their partner's vagina or anus.

Fuck
Slang term for sexual intercourse. Used in many contexts with many alternative meanings. Originally an abbreviation of "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" used by the British police.

G-Spot
An abbreviation for Grafenberg Spot. The G-Spot is a sexually sensitive area on the upper wall of the vagina approximately two inches from the opening.

Golden Showers
Slang expression for a sexual variation involving urinating on a partner. Water Sports

Hand Job
Slang term for manual stimulation of the genitals by a partner. see also Masturbation.

Hard On
Slang term for an erection.

Hermaphrodite
Any person biologically between female and male, sometimes with genital and /or reproductive body parts of both sexes.

Homosexual
Any person who is sexually attracted primarily to members of her or his own gender

Impotence
The term for erectile dysfunction or the inability to have an erection

Intercourse
Sexual activity in which the penis is inserted into an orifice such as the vagina or anus; the term is often modified accordingly (e.g. anal intercourse).

Jack-off
Slang term for male masturbation.

Jerk-off
Slang term for male masturbation.

Lesbian
A female homosexual. se also Dyke, Lesbo

Lesbo
Slang term for a female homosexual or Lesbian.

Libido
The term used by Freud to refer to sexual energy; the driving force in humans according to him.

Masturbation
Self stimulation of the genitals for sexual pleasure. Also jerk off and jack off

Menage a trois / Threesome
A sexual relationship between three people.

Menopause
The cessation of menstruation at the end of a woman's reproductive capacity usually during late middle age

Menstrual Cycle / Menstration
The more-or-less monthly process during which the female uterus is readied for implantation of a fertilized ovum. If fertilization does not occur then uterine lining is shed along with a bloody flow.

Miscarriage
A spontaneous abortion; a pregnancy that terminates on its own prior to birth.

Naked
Without clothes. Nude

Nonoxynol-9
The sperm-killing chemical in many spermicides.

Oral Sex
or oral-genital sex means both mouth contact with the vagina, which is called cunnilingus, and mouth contact with the penis, which is called fellatio.

Orgasm
An intense sensation that occurs at the climax of sexual excitement that is accompanied by rhythmic muscle contractions and intense pleasure, followed by release of sexual tensions. In men, orgasm is usually accompanied by ejaculation.

Orgy
Any large, and often lavish, gathering of people for the purpose of having group sex.

Ovaries
The two small organs in the female that produce eggs and hormones; located above and to the sides of the uterus.

Penis
The male sex organ. Cock, Dick

Penis Pump
A vacuum erection device. After inserting the penis, a suction is applied, drawing the blood into the penis, creating an erection (often of a more engorged size than usual).

Pheromone
Any sexually arousing chemical substance that is secreted into the air by many kinds of animals, including humans.

Pornography
Sexually oriented material that is not considered acceptable to society; the same material when judged subjectively acceptable is often referred to as "erotica."

Premature Ejaculation
Any sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to control or delay ejaculation as long as desired.

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Any combination of physical and psychological symptoms (such as depression and irritability) that occurs in some women just prior to menstruation.

Prostate Gland
A muscular gland encircling the urethra in the male that produces much of the seminal fluid.

Puberty
The stage of human development when the body becomes capable of reproduction.

Pubic Hair
Hair on the lower abdomen and genital area that begins to appear at puberty.

Pussy
A slang term for the vagina.

Rubber
A slang term for a condom.

Sadism
A sexual variation in which a person derives sexual pleasure from inflicting pain on someone else. From the Maquis de Sade.

Sex
General term for sexual relations between two or more people.

Sexual
Pertaining to sex.

Sexual Dysfunction
Any difficulty with sexual arousal that causes a person subjective distress (e.g. anorgasmia).

Sexual Enhancement
Improvement or enrichment of sexual relationships among otherwise healthy, well-functioning individuals.

Spermicide
A substance that acts to kill or immobilize sperm; usually used as a contraceptive.

Strap on Dildo
A device worn by a female for sexual stimulation by insertion into another's vagina or anus that is usually in the overall shape of a penis mounted upon a belt. Often used in domination and submission. See also Dildo.

Transsexual
Any person who feels his or her gender or identity doesn't match their biological sex ("I am a woman in a man's body" or vice versa). Most live in the desired role. A pre-op or preoperative transsexual is a TS preparing to have genital conversion surgery. A post-op or postoperative TS has had the surgery. Not every transsexual desires surgery. Many may take hormones to make their bodies look more masculine or feminine.

Transvestism
One who occasionally dresses in the clothing of the opposite sex for sexual or emotional pleasure, or both. Can be male or female, hetero- or homosexual, bi- or solosexual, and may partially or wholly crossdress. Some have felt the word is a negative medical term; crossdresser and crossdressing are more commonly used today. Transvestism, tranny.

Uterus
A hollow, thick-walled, muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of a woman; it is the site at which a fertilized egg implants and the fetus develops during pregnancy. Womb.

Vagina
The tube-shaped muscular organ in the female which the penis is inserted into during intercourse and through which a baby passes during birth.

Venereal Disease
Any disease transmitted primarily by sexual contact.

Vibrator
Any device that uses batteries or AC current to create a vibration. Most often used by women to stimulate the clitoris during masturbation.