masturbation
noun
- sexual stimulation of one's own genitals
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˌmæstəˈbeɪʃ(ə)n/ / /ˌmɑːstəˈbeɪʃ(ə)n/ / /ˌmæstɚˈbeɪʃən/
noun
Etymology: Borrowed from French masturbation, New Latin masturbātiō, masturbātiōnem. By surface analysis, masturbat(e) + -ion.
- Sexual stimulation of one's genitalia or other erotic regions, often to the point of orgasm.
“Diogenes in sight of all, exercising his Masturbation, bred a longing desire in the bystanders, that in such sort they might fill their bellies by rubbing or clawing the same.”
“Masturbation is fun and natural. Not to mention it's a great way to earn five bucks without touchin' the guy.”
- The stimulation of another person's genitals using the hands.
- A vain activity that serves only to provide self-indulgent satisfaction without any practical or external value.
“That experimental film was nothing more than intellectual masturbation for the director.”
“So call me antisocial, call it masturbation Either way, it's a solo operation I'm just far more comfortable alone”