Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tribadism

Noun
/ˈtrɪbəˌdɪzəm/
Definition
A sexual practice involving the rubbing together of bodies, especially among women.
Examples
  • Tribadism is sometimes practiced as a form of sexual expression.
  • In literature, tribadism is depicted as a celebration of female desire.
Meaning
Tribadism is often associated with intimate physical contact and sexual arousal between women.
Synonyms
  • Lesbianism
  • Same-sex female intimacy
  • Sexual rubbing