Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
masturbation
noun
/ˌmæstərˈbeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of stimulating one’s own genitals for sexual pleasure.
Examples
- Masturbation is a normal part of human sexuality.
- Many people engage in masturbation during their teenage years.
- Understanding masturbation can help dispel myths surrounding sexual health.
Meaning
Masturbation is a natural and common behavior where individuals touch or rub their own sexual organs to experience pleasure, often culminating in orgasm.
Synonyms
- Self-pleasure
- Self-stimulation
- Onanism
