Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stiffies

Noun
/ˈstɪfiz/
Definition
An informal term for an erection, particularly one that occurs involuntarily or unexpectedly.
Examples
  • After seeing her crush, he felt an uncontrollable urge and ended up with a stiffy.
  • The movie included a scene that humorously depicted a teenager dealing with stiffies.
Meaning
The word ‘stiffies’ refers to a condition where a male’s penis becomes firm and erect, usually as a result of sexual arousal or other stimuli. It is considered slang and is often used in casual conversation.
Synonyms
  • erection
  • hard-on
  • boner