Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sado-masochism

Noun

/ˌsādəˌmasəˈkizəm/

Definition

Sado-masochism refers to the practice of deriving pleasure from the infliction of pain or humiliation (sadism) or the experience of pain or humiliation (masochism) in a consensual sexual relationship.

Examples

Some couples explore their sexuality through sado-masochism in a safe and consensual manner.
Books and movies often touch on themes of sado-masochism, highlighting complex relationships.