Definition of SADOMASOCHISM

sadomasochism

Meanings

Plural: sadomasochisms

Noun

  • sadism and masochism combined in one person
  • The practices of sadism and masochism collectively, usually in reference to consensual practices within the BDSM community.
  • Sadism and masochism: the (often sexual) enjoyment by one person of both inflicting and receiving pain.

Origin / Etymology

From sado- + masochism.

Synonyms

algolagnia, S and M, S&M, s-m, s/m, SM

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