Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

autoerotic

Adjective
/ˌɔːtəʊɪˈrɒtɪk/
Definition
Relating to sexual arousal and stimulation that is self-generated, often involving fantasy or masturbation.
Examples
  • Many individuals explore autoerotic practices as a means of understanding their own sexuality.
  • Autoeroticism can include a range of activities from simple masturbation to more complex forms of self-exploration.
Meaning
The term describes a state of sexual excitement achieved through one’s own actions without the involvement of another person.
Synonyms
  • Self-stimulation
  • Self-arousal
  • Solo sexual activity