Masturbate: meaning, definitions and examples
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masturbate
[ หmรฆstษหbeษชt ]
sexual activity
Masturbate refers to the act of stimulating one's own genitals for sexual pleasure, often leading to orgasm. It is a common and natural behavior for both men and women. People may engage in masturbation as a means of sexual expression, stress relief, or self-exploration. While some may view it as taboo, numerous studies indicate that it is a normal part of human sexuality and can have various physical and mental health benefits.
Synonyms
autoeroticism, self-pleasure, self-stimulation.
Examples of usage
- Many individuals choose to masturbate as a private pleasure activity.
- It's common for teenagers to start experimenting with masturbation.
- Doctors often discuss masturbation during sexual health education.
- Some people find that they can relieve stress by masturbating.
Translations
Translations of the word "masturbate" in other languages:
๐ต๐น masturbar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคธเฅเคคเคฎเฅเคฅเฅเคจ เคเคฐเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช masturbieren
๐ฎ๐ฉ masturbasi
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐััััะฑัะฒะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ masturbowaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ใในใฟใผใใผใทใงใณใใ
๐ซ๐ท se masturber
๐ช๐ธ masturbarse
๐น๐ท mastรผrbasyon yapmak
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุงุณุชู ูุงุก
๐จ๐ฟ masturbovat
๐ธ๐ฐ masturbovaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ่ชๆ ฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ masturbirati
๐ฎ๐ธ masturbate
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะฐััััะฑะฐัะธั ะถะฐัะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแขแฃแ แแแชแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ masturbasiya etmษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ masturbarse
Etymology
The word 'masturbate' originates from the Latin word 'masturbari', which means 'to stir' or 'to self-stimulate'. The earliest recorded use dates back to the 19th century when it started to appear in medical literature discussing human sexuality. Historically, masturbation has been a subject of societal taboo and moral debate, with various cultures holding different perspectives on the practice. In the Victorian era, for example, it was often associated with shame and anxiety, leading to widespread misinformation about its effects. As sexual education progressed in the 20th century, understandings of masturbation became more accepting, recognizing it as a natural part of human behavior. Today, discussions around masturbation continue to evolve, emphasizing sexual health and autonomy.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,278 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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