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Ольга

2005-12-22 00:06:35 дайте ссылочку, пож-та, словаря эротических(интимных)слов на английском с переводом на русский конечно...

RussianThug

2005-12-22 00:49:04 Ольга, вас саму не улыбает, когда вы представляете себе книгу с надписью на обложке "Англо-русский словарь эротического и интимного слова"? :) Не знаю, что вам нужно, но попробуйте, например, вот это попереводить: [www.sexology.org]

Art

2005-12-22 01:21:11 > дайте ссылочку, пож-та, словаря эротических(интимных)
> слов на английском

вам с иллюстрациями или без?

Ольга

2005-12-22 18:01:13 нет мне без))))а что тут такого????я интересуюсь!!!!!!!!!

Ольга

2005-12-22 18:02:03 нет мне без))))))а что тут такого???хочу знать!!!!!!я любопытная

indecisive

2005-12-22 19:15:39
нет мне без))))))


А что? Проилюстрированная лексика запоминается гораздо легче :)

Ольга

2005-12-22 19:26:46 ну если вы так настаиваете , то давайте)я и с картинками посмотрю)

Buddyguard

2005-12-22 22:01:20 Да нууу, вы че. Будут там слова типа как в анекдоте:

Русского туриста послали трижды на нефритовый стержень и дважды в нежный цветок Лотоса :)))))

Ольга

2005-12-25 14:29:52 слушайте, я не могу перевести, в обычном словаре таких слов нет...переведите плиз!или дайте ссылку , где есть перевод)))

RussianThug

2005-12-25 16:45:22 Ольга, давайте слова, будем разбираться...

Ольга

2005-12-25 18:13:53 вот:
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abortifacient
Any chemical agent that induces abortion.

abortion
The ending of a pregnancy and expulsion of the contents of the uterus. This can occur either by induction or spontaneously (when it is known as a miscarriage).

abstinence
To refrain from having sex.

acculturation
The process of adapting to a society by incorporating the beliefs, behaviors and customs of that culture.

acquired immune deficiency syndrome
A disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The disease involves weakening of the immune system until it is unable to fight opportunistic infections.

acrosomal reaction
The release of enzymes from a sperm's acrosome.

acrosome
The covering of the head of the sperm that contains enzymes that allow it to penetrate the ovum.

actual failure rate
The average failure rate of a contraceptive. This takes into account not only actual failure of the device, but also human error and non-use.

adolescence
The stage of development that occurs during puberty.

adrenogenital syndrome
Also known as congenital adrenal hyperplasia. A genetic condition in which a female is born with genitals that look like a male's due to an abnormally functioning adrenal gland.

adultery
Sex between a married person and a person other than their spouse.

afterbirth
The placenta and amniotic sac, which is expelled after the infant during childbirth.

agape
A Greek word meaning altruistic love.

age of consent
The age at which a person is deemed legally capable of giving consent to sexual interactions.

AIDS
Acronym for acquired immune deficiency syndrome.

AIDS dementia
Infection of the brain by HIV, resulting in the impairment of mental functioning, as well as changes in both mood and behavior.

alpha-feto protein screening
A blood test that helps determine the existence of neural tube defects.

alveoli
Glands that produce milk in the female breast.

ambisexual
A more contemporary term for bisexual.

amenorrhea
The absence of menstruation.

amniocentesis
A diagnostic procedure in which amniotic fluid is withdrawn by needle from the uterus of a pregnant woman. The fluid and fetal cells are then analyzed for chromosome defects.

amniotic fluid
The fluid within the amniotic sac that surrounds the embryo or fetus.

amniotic sac
The pouch that contains the amniotic fluid.

amyl nitrate
A drug that is inhaled to prolong or intensify orgasm. Its use is potentially very dangerous, and is now illegal to sell in many states.

anal intercourse
Sexual behavior in which one person's penis is inserted into another's anus.

analingus
Stimulation of the anus with mouth and tongue.

anaphrodisiac
A substance that decreases sexual desire.

anatomical sex
The apparent gender of an individual based on the appearance of sexual organs.

androgens
The "male" sex hormones. Actually produced by women as well (though in smaller quantities and with little absorbtion).

androgen replacement therapy
The administration of testosterone. This is done to increase sex drive in men with androgen deficiencies.

androgen-insensitivity syndrome
A condition in which a male is born with testes but is unable to absorb testosterone As a result, his body tends toward a female appearance.

androgyny
Possessing both masculine and feminine characteristics.

anorexia nervosa
An eating disorder in which the individual engages in extreme behaviors to remain very thin.

anorexic
A person with anorexia.

anorgasmia
A sexual dysfunction in which an individual is unable to have orgasms. More prevalent in women.

antigay prejudice
Negative attitudes and behaviors toward homosexuals.

anus
The opening of the rectum.

Apgar score
A medical rating of a newborn's condition based on heart rate, respiration, color, reflexes, and muscle tone.

aphrodisiac
A substance that is alleged to increase sexual desire.

areola
The ring of darkened skin around the nipple of the breast.

artificial insemination
Placing semen into a woman's vagina or uterus by a means other that intercourse for the purpose of inducing pregnancy.

asexual
Without sexual feelings, desires or qualities.

asphyxophilia
A sexual preference for activities that involve oxygen deprivation.

ass
Slang expression for buttocks.

asshole
Slang expression for anus.

assigned gender
The gender that one is ascribed by others, irregardless of genetic or anatomical gender.

asymptomatic
Having no symptoms.

atypical sexual behavior
Sexual activity that is not one of the more common activities.

autoerotic asphyxia
A form of sexual behavior in which the individual masturbates while depriving him or herself of oxygen through hanging, strangulation, or other means. This activity is incredibly dangerous and causes many inadvertent deaths each year.

autoeroticism
Sexual behavior that is done by oneself such as masturbation.

axillary hair
Armpit hair.

axillary intercourse
A sexual variation in which a man thrusts his penis in the armpit of his partner.

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B&D
An acronym for bondage and discipline.

bacterial vaginosis
A vaginal infection caused by the bacterium Gardnerella vaginalis.

bag
Slang term for scrotum

balls
Slang term for testicles.

Barr body
An inactivated X chromosome that appears as a small, black dot in the cells of genetic females, distinguishing them from male cells.

Bartholin's glands
Two tiny ducts located on either side of the vaginal entrance. They secrete a small amount of fluid during sexual arousal, but their exact purpose is unclear.

basal body temperature (BBT) method
A method of fertility awareness that is based on a woman's morning body temperature.

behavior therapy
A school of therapy based on learning theory that focuses on observable behavior and not the unconscious.

benign prostatic hypertrophy
Enlargement of the prostate gland. This is a very common condition in older men.

berdache
A term used in some cultures for a male who assumes female dress and gender role. In these cultures, these individuals are often thought to be a third gender and have special powers.

bestiality
Sexual contact with animals; also known as zoophilia.

birth canal
Another term for the vagina; often used when referring to labor and birth.

birth control
The regulation of conception, pregnancy, and/or birth.

bisexuality
A sexual orientation in which one feels attracted to both males and females.

blastocyst
A small mass of cells that results after several days of cell division by a fertilized egg.

blow job
Unusual slang term for fellatio (which usually does not involve "blow[ing].")

blue balls
Slang expression for pain in the groinal area due to prolonged vasocongestion.

body fluids
Blood, semen, vaginal secretions, urine, feces, saliva and/or tears.

bondage and discipline (B&D)
A sexual activity in which a person is bound while another engages in "discipline" activities, such as spanking and whipping.

boner
Slang term for erection.

boobs
Slang term for a woman’s breasts.

Braxton-Hicks contractions
Uterine contractions during the last trimester of pregnancy that are often mistaken for labor.

breech presentation
A birth position in which the infant's buttocks or feet appear first.

brothel
A house of prostitution.

bulbourethral glands
Another term for Cowper's glands.

bulimia
An eating disorder distinguished from anorexia by binge eating followed by purging in some manner.

butch
A lesbian who dresses and acts in a very "masculine" manner. Opposite of femme.

butt
Slang expression for buttocks.

butt fuck
Slang term for anal intercourse.


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C-section
Abbreviation for cesarean section.

calendar method
A contraceptive method based on calculating "safe" days based on a formula involving a woman's longest and shortest periods.

call girl
A high-priced prostitute who usually works outcall from a home or office as opposed to getting customers on the street or at a brothel.

candida albicans
The fungus that causes candidiasis, otherwise known as a yeast infection.

candidiasis
A yeast infection caused by the fungus candida albicans.

cannula
A tube inserted into the body through which fluids and tissue can be removed. These are often used during abortions and other gynecological procedures.

carpopedal spasm
A contraction of the hands or feet which occurs during orgasm.

castration
The removal of the testes or ovaries. In popular use, also refers to the amputation of the penis.

celibate
Unmarried, or as more popularly used, someone who does not engage in sexual activity.

cervical cap
A small, rubber, contraceptive barrier device that fits over the cervix. It is smaller than the diaphragm and is held in place by suction.

cervical dysplasia
A disease of the membrane that covers the cervix. It is often considered to be pre-cancerous and should be treated.

cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
A disease of the membrane that covers the cervix. It is often considered to be pre-cancerous and should be treated.

cervix
The tapered, lower end of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

cesarean section
Delivery of a baby through a surgical incision in the abdominal wall. Also known as C-section.

chancre
A red, painless sore that is an early symptom of syphilis.

chancroid
A painful sore on the penis that is caused by the STD bacterium Hemophilus ducreyi.

chastity
Sexual abstinence.

chemical castration
Using drugs to reduce or eliminate a man's sexual impulses.

cherry
Slang expression for the hymen.

child-free marriage
A marriage in which the couple have chosen not to have children.

chlamydia
An infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. Despite being one of the most common STDs in women, it is often asymptomatic.

chorionic-villi sampling
A medical procedure in which embryonic cells are removed from the tissue surrounding the fetus and then analyzed for evidence of genetic defects.

cilia
Tiny hairlike fibers that line the fallopian tubes and help move the oocyte along.

circle jerk
Slang term for male group masturbation (usually referring to a practice of adolescent males).

circumcision
The surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis, or, in some cultures, the clitoral hood, clitoris and/or labia.

clap
A slang term for gonorrhea.

climacteric
An older term for menopause.

climax
Orgasm.

clit
Slang expression for the clitoris.

clitoral hood
The fold of skin covering the clitoris.

clitoridectomy
The surgical removal of the clitoris and all or part of the labia. Also known as female circumcision.

clitoris
A small, highly sensitive sexual organ in the female, located above and in front of the vaginal entrance.

cock
Slang term for penis.

cohabitation
Living together; usually referring to an unmarried couple.

coitus
Sexual intercourse.

colostrum
A thin, yellow fluid containing nutrients and antibodies that is secreted by the breasts after a woman gives birth for 2 or 3 days prior to actual milk production.

coming out
The process of acknowledging that one is gay, lesbian or bisexual.

conceive
To become pregnant.

conceptus
The product of conception; a medical catch-all term for the zygote, fetus, or embryo.

condom
A sheath that is placed over the erect penis to protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.

congenital adrenal hyperplasia
A genetic condition in which a female is born with genitals that look like a male's due to an abnormally functioning adrenal gland.

congestive prostatitis
An inflammation of the prostate gland thought to be caused by infrequent ejaculation.

contraception
The prevention of conception by the use of birth control devices or agents.

contraceptive film
A small square of spermicide that is inserted into the vagina where it dissolves and helps protect against pregnancy.

contraceptive foam
A spermicidal foam that is inserted into the vagina with an applicator prior to intercourse where it helps protect against pregnancy.

contraceptive sponge
A polyurethane sponge inserted inside the vagina that blocks the opening of the cervix and releases a spermicide thereby helping to protect against unintentional pregnancy.

contraceptive suppository
A small capsule of spermicide that is inserted into the vagina prior to intercourse where it dissolves and helps protect against pregnancy.

contraceptive
Any method, drug, or device that helps prevent conception.

coprophilia
A sexual variation in which arousal is associated with activities involving feces.

copulation
Vaginal intercourse.

corona
The sensitive rim of tissue between the glans and the shaft of the penis.

corpora cavernosa
The hollow chambers in the shaft of the penis or clitoris that fill with blood during sexual arousal, causing erection.

corpus luteum
The cell mass that remains after a follicle has released an egg. After releasing the egg, it secretes both progesterone and estrogen.

corpus spongiosum
A column of erectile tissue that runs the length of the penis and encloses the urethra.

couvade
The experiencing of the symptoms of pregnancy and labor by a male. A form of sympathetic pregnancy practiced in some cultures.

covert sensitization
A form of aversion therapy in which negative thoughts are used to punish and therefore rid someone of unacceptable thoughts or behaviors.

Cowper's glands
A pair of structures below the prostate gland that secrete a clear alkaline fluid into the urethra prior to ejaculation. Also known as bulbourethral glands.

crabs
Slang term for Pediculosis pubis or pubic lice.

cramps
Painful menstruation known clinically as dysmenorrhea.

cremaster
A muscle within the scrotal sac that causes the testes to descend and/or elevate based on temperature.

cross-dressing
Wearing the clothing of the opposite sex.

crura
The internal branches of the clitoral or penile shaft.

cryptorchidism
A medical condition in which one or both testes have not descended properly.

culdoscopy
A form of female sterilization/tubal ligation in which the incision is made through the back of the vagina thereby avoiding an external scar.

cultural relativity
The perspective that the appropriateness of any behavior must be evaluated based on the time and culture it occurs in.

cum
Slang term for semen.

cunnilingus
Oral stimulation of the female genitals for sexual purposes.

cunt
Slang term for vagina.

curette
A scooplike medical instrument used for scraping body tissues; often used during abortions or other gynecological procedures.

cybersex
Using a computer in some way to enhance sexual stimulation.

cystitis
A bladder infection marked by pain as well as frequent, painful urination.

cytomegalovirus (CMV)
One of a group of viruses related to herpes that cause cell enlargement in various internal organs.

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D & C
Common abbreviation for dilation and curettage.

D & E
Common abbreviation for dilation and evacuation.

dartos
A smooth muscle in the scrotum that causes the surface to wrinkle when it contracts.

deep throat
Slang term for a type of oral sex in which a man’s partner is able to overcome his or her gag-reflex and allow the penis to go deeply into their mouth, and sometimes actually down their throat.

defloration
An old term referring to the loss of virginity from the rupture of a virgin's hymen, through intercourse or other means.

delayed ejaculation
A sexual dysfunction characterized by the male's difficulties with ejaculating during intercourse.

Depo-Provera
A drug containing a long-acting synthetic hormones (medroxyprogesterone acetate); used as an injectable form of birth control in women, and as a form of chemical castration in men.

DES
Diethylstilbestrol, a synthetic estrogen once used to prevent miscarriages, that is now known to increase the risk of certain cancers not only in the women who were given the drug, but their offspring. It is still occasionally used as a form of "morning-after" birth control.

desensitization
A sex therapy technique used to overcome fears and phobias.

detumescence
The return of an erect penis to its flaccid state.

deviant sexual behavior
Sexual behavior that diverges from the norm.

DHT deficiency
A genetic disorder in which a male is unable to convert testosterone into the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is required for the normal development of external male genitals and these individuals are usually identified as girls at birth, but at adolescence begin to develop male genitals.

diaphragm
A saucer-shaped rubber contraceptive device that is filled with spermicide and inserted into the back of the vagina to block the cervical opening.

dick
Slang term for penis.

Diethylstilbestrol (DES)
A synthetic estrogen once used to prevent miscarriages, that is now known to increase the risk of certain cancers not only in the women who were given the drug, but their offspring. It is still occasionally used as a form of "morning-after" birth control.

dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
A hormone converted in males from testosterone that is responsible for the development of the external genitals of the male fetus.

dilate
To enlarge; used to refer to the enlargement of the cervical opening during childbirth or abortion.

dilation and curettage (D&C)
Dilation of the cervix followed by scraping of the interior of the uterus. Used as a form of abortion and to stop abnormal bleeding.

dilation and evacuation (D&E)
An abortion method used rarely, and usually only in the second trimester; the conceptus is crushed and the contents of the uterus are then extracted through a vacuum curette.

dilation
Expansion of the cervix during labor or by the use of dilating rods during medical procedures.

dilitation
Expansion of the cervix by the use of dilating rods during medical procedures

dildo
A device used for sexual stimulation by insertion into the vagina or anus that is usually in the overall shape of a phallus.

domination and submission (D&S)
Sexual arousal derived from the acting out of sexual fantasies in which one person dominates while the other submits.

dominatrix
In bondage and discipline, a woman who specializes in "disciplining" a submissive partner.

douche
To flush out the inside of the vagina with water or another liquid. This practice is usually unnecessary and can actually upset the natural ph and floral balance of the vagina.

douching
Flushing out the inside of the vagina with water or another liquid. This practice is usually unnecessary and can actually upset the natural ph and floral balance of the vagina.

drag
Cross-dressing.

drag queen
A gay man who dresses as a woman for comic effect.

dry hump
Slang term for rubbing the genitals against a part of another person’s body (such as the thigh), often through clothes.

drip
A slang term for gonorrhea.

dyke
A term referring to a lesbian who dresses and acts in a stylized masculine manner.

dysmenorrhea
Painful menstruation.

dyspareunia
Painful intercourse.

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eating (out)
Slang term for cunnilingus.

eclampsia
A severe form of toxemia that can occur in late pregnancy, leading to convulsions and coma in pregnant woman.

ectopic pregnancy
A pregnancy that occurs when a fertilized egg implants itself somewhere outside the uterus. In most cases, the site of implantation is a fallopian tube, in which case the condition is known as a tubal pregnancy.

effacement
The thinning out of the cervix during labor and childbirth.

effeminate
Having feminine qualities.

ejaculate
To have an orgasm with expulsion of seminal fluid from the penis. Also used as an alternative term for the fluid itself (semen).

ejaculation
The expulsion of seminal fluid from the penis, usually during orgasm.

ejaculatory duct
One of the two passageways that carries semen from the prostate gland to the urethra.

ejaculatory inevitability
In males, the point in the sexual response cycle at which a man no longer has control over whether he will ejaculate or not. Once this point is past, a man will ejaculate in a matter of seconds, even if all stimulation is ceased.

Electra complex
In psychoanalytic theory, the female child's erotic desire for the father and simultaneous fear of the mother. It is the female analog to the Oedipal complex.

embryo
The unborn human organism from the second to about the eighth week of pregnancy.

embryo transfer
A technique used with infertile couples in which a fertilized, developing egg is transferred from the uterus of one woman to that of another woman.

emission
The first stage of ejaculation, in which sperm and semen are propelled into the urethral bulb.

endometriosis
A disease caused by cells from the uterine lining spreading and growing in parts of the body other than the uterus, such as the fallopian tubes.

endometrium
The inner lining of the uterus; part of which is shed during menstruation.

engagement
The repositioning of the fetus into a lower position in the mother's abdominal cavity that occurs when its head is past her pelvic bone.

epididymis
The tightly coiled tubules, attached to the top of the testes, where sperm matures and is stored.

epididymitis
Inflammation of the epididymis.

episiotomy
An incision made during childbirth to enlarge the vaginal opening. The incision is usually made at the base of the vaginal opening and serves to help prevent tearing of the perineal and anal tissues.

erectile dysfunction
A sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to have or maintain an erection despite adequate stimulation and interest. Often referred to commonly as impotence.

erection
The enlargement and hardening of the penis due to vasocongestion that occurs during sexual arousal in the male.

erogenous zone
Any area of the body that is especially sensitive to sexual stimulation and touching.

eros
The Greeks' term for passionate or erotic love.

erotic aid
A device, such as a vibrator or dildo, designed to enhance sexual responsiveness.

erotica
Sexually oriented material that is not considered "pornographic" to the viewer.

erotophilia
A positive emotional response to sexuality.

erotophobia
A negative emotional response to sexuality, especially guilt, fear and shame.

estradiol
The major natural estrogen.

estrogen
The principal female hormone, secreted by the ovaries, testes, and placenta.

estrogens
The "female" sex hormones; also produced in smaller quantities (and with less absorbtion) in males.

estrus
The period of ovulation and sexual activity in nonhuman female mammals; commonly referred to as being "in heat."

eunuch
A castrated male.

exhibitionism
A paraphilia characterized by getting sexual gratification from exposing the genitals to an (often unwilling) observer.

expectant
Pregnant.

expulsion
The second stage of ejaculation, characterized by contractions of the urethra, prostate, and muscles at the base of the penis, causing semen to spurt from the penis.

extramarital sex
Sexual activity by a married person with someone other than her or his spouse.

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fallopian tube
One of the two tubes extending from the ovary to the uterus through which eggs are transported.

fag
Pejorative, slang term for a homosexual.

fellatio
Oral stimulation of the male genitals.

female circumcision
The surgical removal of the clitoris and all or part of the labia. Also known as clitoridectomy.

female condom
A soda-can-shaped pouch that is placed inside the vagina to line the vaginal walls for prevention of pregnancy and disease.

femme
A lesbian who exhibits stereotypically feminine traits.

fertility awareness
One of the contraceptive methods that is based on a woman being able to predict her reproductive cycle, including calendar (rhythm), basal body temperature (BBT), mucus, and symptothermal methods.

fertilization
The union of sperm and egg, resulting in conception.

fetal alcohol syndrome
A condition that effects infants born to alcoholic mothers.

fetishes
Obtaining sexual excitement primarily or exclusively from an inanimate object or a particular part of the body.

fetishism
Obtaining sexual excitement primarily or exclusively from an inanimate object or a particular part of the body.

fetishistic transvestism
A paraphilia in which a man becomes sexually excited by cross-dressing. This is in contrast to non-fetishistic transvestism, in which the motivation is not sexual excitement.

fetus
The human unborn organism from the ninth week up until birth.

fibroadenoma
A normally harmless, movable growth in the breast of young women.

fibrocystic disease
A common and usually harmless breast condition.

fimbriae
The fingerlike projections at the end of the fallopian tube extending towards the ovary.

fingering
Slang term for stimulation of a woman’s genitals with the fingers.

fist fucking
Slang term for a sexual variation in which an individual inserts his or her entire hand into their partner’s vagina or anus.

fitness
In evolutionary theory, an individual's reproductive success.

flaccid
Not erect.

flagellum
The tail of a sperm that helps to propel it.

follicle
The sac of estrogen-secreting cells in the ovary that contains an egg.

follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
A hormone secreted by the pituitary that regulates follicle development in females and sperm production in males.

follicular phase
The phase of the menstrual cycle during which a follicle matures.

foreplay
A term used to refer to sexual activities other than intercourse. The term comes from the view that some individuals hold that all activities of a sexual nature are merely designed to lead up to intercourse.

foreskin
The sheath of skin covering the tip of the penis; often removed during circumcision.

fornication
Sexual intercourse between two unmarried people.

frenulum
A highly sensitive area of skin on the underside of the penis, where the glans meets the body of the penis.

frigidity
No longer used term that refers to a lack of sexual response in a woman.

frotteurism
A paraphilia characterized by obtaining sexual excitement from touching or rubbing one's body against others without their consent.

fuck
Slang term for intercourse. Used in many contexts with many alternative meanings.

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G-spot
Abbreviation for Grafenberg spot.

gamete
A generic term for a sex cell; an ovum or sperm.

gamete intra-fallopian transfer (GIFT)
A procedure for infertile couples in which sperm and eggs are collected and then inserted together into the woman's fallopian tube.

gardnerella vaginalis
The bacterium that is the most common cause of bacterial vaginosis. It also refers to the infection itself, which causes a thin, smelly discharge in both men and women.

gay-bashing
Violence against gay men or lesbians because of their orientation.

gender
The characteristics associated with being a male or a female; as distinguished from the term "sex" which is more ambiguous. Also sometimes used to merely refer to the state of being either male or female.

gender difference
Any difference between males and females.

gender dysphoria
Dissatisfaction with one's gender. In extreme cases, this condition is known as transsexualism, in which a person desires to be the other gender.

gender identity
The gender one feels himself or herself to be, whether physiologically male or female.

gender role
The role a person is expected to perform as a result of being male or female in a particular culture; as distinguished from the term "sex role" which is more ambiguous.

gender stereotype
An overgeneralized belief about the characteristics of a person based simply on their gender.

gender-role socialization
The ways in which children are taught to behave in ways considered appropriate by others for their gender.

genetic sex
The differentiation of males and females based upon chromosomal and hormonal differences.

genital warts
An STD caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) that causes warts to appear on the genitals.

genitals
The reproductive and sexual organs of males and females. Also sometimes known as genitalia.

gestation
The entire time of pregnancy — from conception to birth.

gestational diabetes
A medical condition in which a pregnant woman develops a form of diabetes due to the pregnancy.

getting laid
Slang term for having sex.

getting off
Slang term for having an orgasm; usually used in reference to a male.

GIFT
Acronym for gamete intrafallopian transfer.

gigolo
A male prostitute.

giving head
Slang term for fellatio.

glans clitoris
The sensitive tip of the clitoris.

glans penis
The sensitive tip of the penis.

going down (on)
Slang term for cunnilingus.

golden showers
Slang expression for a sexual variation involving urinating on a partner.

gonad
An organ that produces gametes; ovaries or testes.

gonadotropins
Hormones produced by the pituitary gland that stimulate the activity of the gonads.

gonorrhea
An STD caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium.

Grafenberg spot
A sexually sensitive area on the upper wall of the vagina approximately two inches from the opening. Also known as the G spot.

granuloma inguinale
An fairly rare STD that is characterized by nodules on the genitals that become lumpy, painless ulcers that bleed on contact.

gynecomastia
A condition that causes enlargement of a male's breasts during puberty.

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hand job
Slang term for manual stimulation of the genitals by a partner.

haploid cell
A gamete.

hard on
Slang term for an erection.

hard-core
Sexually explicit material that graphically depicts the genitals and sexual acts.

Hegar's sign
The softening of the uterus indicating pregnancy.

hepatitis
A viral disease affecting the liver; two types of virus may be sexually transmitted: hepatitis A and hepatitis B.

hepatitis B
A virus that effects the liver that can be transmitted by anal intercourse or oral-anal sex.

hermaphrodite
A person with both male and female primary sex characteristics.

herpes simplex type II
An STD infection characterized by outbreaks of painful sores on the genitals. Infection occurs through physical contact with a person infected with the herpes simplex virus during an active outbreak of the sores.

heterosexism
The tendency to see the world in exclusively heterosexual terms and to dismiss or devalue homosexuality. Also known as heterosexual bias.

heterosexual
A person who is sexually attracted primarily to members of the other gender.

heterosexual bias
The tendency to see the world in exclusively heterosexual terms and to dismiss or devalue homosexuality. Also known as heterosexism.

HIV encephalopathy
The more medically appropriate term for AIDS dementia.

HIV
Acronym for human immunodeficiency virus; the virus that causes AIDS.

homo
Pejorative, slang term for a homosexual.

homophobia
An irrational fear of and hostility towards homosexuals.

homosexual
A person who is sexually attracted primarily to members of her or his own gender.

homosexuality
Sexual relationships with individuals of the same gender.

homosociality
A period of social segregation (often in late childhood) in which social and personal activities are centered around members of the same gender.

hormone
The chemical messengers of the body, secreted by the endocrine glands, which regulate several functions including sexual development.

hormone-replacement therapy (HRT)
The administration of estrogen, progesterone, or a combination of the two to counteract the hormonal effects the decrease in these hormones during menopause.

horny
Slang term for being sexually arroused or excited.

hostile environment
A work or educational atmosphere that interferes with a person's performance because of sexual harassment.

hot flash
One of the negative side effects of menopause reported by some women. Although typically only lasting a couple of minutes, it is accompanied by intense warmth, flushing and perspiration.

human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG)
A hormone produced by the placenta of a pregnant woman; it is what is detected in most pregnancy tests.

human immunodeficiency virus
The virus that causes AIDS.

human papilloma virus (HPV)
The virus that causes genital warts.

hung
Slang term for having a large penis.

hyaluronidase
The enzyme secreted by the sperm that allows it to penetrate the wall of the egg.

hymen
A thin membrane that partially covers the vaginal entrance of most females at birth; although an intact hymen is sometimes erroneously thought to prove virginity, it can actually be broken by many activities besides intercourse.

hypermasculinity
An exaggeration of stereotypically male beliefs and behaviors through an emphasis on virility, strength, and aggression.

hypoactive sexual desire
A sexual disorder characterized by low or absent sexual desire.

hypothalamus
A part of the brain which is vital in regulating many body functions including sex hormone production.

hysterectomy
The surgical removal of the uterus, and also sometimes the Fallopian tubes and ovaries.

hysterotomy
An abortion method used only in emergencies in late pregnancy, in which the fetus is removed through an incision made through the woman's uterus.

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imperforate hymen
A condition where the hymen is unusually thick and covers the vaginal entrance completely often making intercourse difficult or impossible without surgery.

implantation
The embedding of the fertilized egg into the lining of the uterus.

impotence
Out of vogue, but still commonly used, term for erectile dysfunction.

impregnate
To make pregnant.

in vitro fertilization (IVF)
A technique in which sperm and egg are removed from the body, combined in the laboratory, then implanted as a fertilized egg in the woman's uterus. A means of treating infertility; the result is commonly referred to as a "test tube baby."

incest
Sexual activity between relatives or family members.

infanticide
The killing of a baby after it is born.

infatuation
Foolish and irrational love; often known as a "crush."

infectious prostatitis
Infection and inflammation of the prostate gland usually caused by the E. coli bacteria.

infertility
The inability to conceive a child due to factors in the male or female. The term is only medically appropriate after the couple has been trying for a year or more.

infibulation
The ritual practice of cutting off the inner labia and stitching together the outer lips; a part of female circumcision practiced in some cultures.

inhibin
A hormone produced by the testes, which regulates FSH levels, and thus, spermatogenesis.

inhibited orgasm
Persistent difficulty in having orgasm or inability to have orgasm; in males, also called ejaculatory incompetence or retarded ejaculation.

inhibited sexual desire
A sexual disorder characterized by low or absent sexual desire.

iniguinal canal
The passageway in the male that leads from the abdomen to the scrotum through which the testes usually descend shortly before birth. It is a frequent site of hernias.

inner lips
The folds of skin on either side of the vaginal entrance, between the outer lips, that enclose the clitoris and the vaginal opening. Also known as labia minora.

intercourse
Sexual activity in which the penis is inserted into an orifice such as the vagina or anus; the term is often modified accordingly (e.g. anal intercourse).

interfemoral intercourse
Sexual activity in which the penis is thrust between the thighs of a partner

internalized homophobia
Hatred of oneself due to homosexual orientation.

interstitial cells
Cells in the testes that secrete male sex hormones; also known as Leydig cells.

intrauterine device
A plastic or metal device that is inserted into the uterus by a physician for contraceptive purposes. The exact mechanism of contraceptive action is unknown. Commonly referred to as an IUD.

introitus
The opening to the vagina.

intromission
Insertion of the penis into the vagina.

involution
Contractions of the uterus following childbirth that return it to its prebirth size and shape.

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jism
Slang term for semen.

jerk-off
Slang term for male masturbation.

John
A slang term for the customer of a prostitute.

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Kaplan's tri-phasic model
A model that, unlike Masters and Johnson's model, divides sexual response into three phases: desire, excitement, and orgasm.

Kaposi's sarcoma
A formerly rare cancer of the blood vessels that is now common as one of the opportunistic infections that strike people with AIDS; it appears as lesions on the skin.

Kegel exercises
A set of exercises designed to strengthen and give voluntary control over the muscles surrounding the genitals (known as the pubococcygeus muscles) and thereby increase sexual pleasure and awareness.

Klinefelter syndrome
A genetic condition in which a male has extra X chromosomes, thereby causing the development of female secondary sex characteristics. It is widely believed that Joan of Ark was a "Klinefelter male."

klismaphilia
A sexual variation in which the person derives sexual excitement from receiving or giving enemas.

koro
A Japanese form of psychopathology referring to the delusion that one's penis is shrinking into one's body.

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labia majora
The fatty pads of tissue lying on either side of the vaginal opening and inner lips. Also known as major (or outer) lips.

labia minora
The folds of skin on either side of the vaginal entrance, between the outer lips, that enclose the clitoris and the vaginal opening. Also known as minor (or inner) lips.

labor
The series of stages involved in giving birth.

lactation
The production and secretion of milk in the breasts of the female; used to nourish the newborn baby.

laminaria
A small stick of seaweed (or a synthetic variant) sometimes placed into the cervical opening prior to an abortion to dilate the cervix. The dilation is then more gradual and less uncomfortable than when done with dilator rods.

lanugo
The fine, downy hair covering the fetus.

laparoscopy
A surgical method in which a long, hollow instrument that contains light and cutting devices, is inserted into the abdominal cavity through an incision directly below the navel. It is used for diagnosis of medical difficulties as well as surgical sterilization. The term is also commonly used alone to refer to a form of female sterilization in which a laproscope is used.

lesbian
A female homosexual.

lesbo
Pejorative, slang term for a lesbian.

Leydig cells
Cells within the testes that secrete androgens. Also known as interstitial cells.

lez
Pejorative, slang term for a lesbian.

lezzie
Pejorative, slang term for a lesbian.

libido
Term used by Freud to refer to sexual energy; the driving force in humans according to him.

limbic system
The set of structures around the midbrain involved in regulating sexual behaviors.

limerance
Romantic love marked by preoccupation, and often, obsession, with the loved one.

lochia
A bloody discharge from the vagina that follows childbirth.

lubricant
The slippery fluid secreted from the walls of the vagina during sexual arousal; also available in synthetic form to supplement or replace the natural version. The synthetic version is also used for activites that require lubrication such as anal intercourse.

lubrication
The slippery fluid secreted from the walls of the vagina during sexual arousal; also available in synthetic form to supplement or replace the natural version.

lumpectomy
A surgical procedure for breast cancer in which only the malignant tumor and surrounding tissue are removed while the rest of the breast is left intact.

lust
A very strong sexual urge.

luteal phase
The phase of the menstrual cycle during which a follicle becomes a corpus luteum and then degenerates, releasing progesterone in the process that stimulates the growth of the uterine lining.

luteinizing hormone (LH)
A hormone that stimulates female ovulation and male androgen secretion.

lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV)
An STD caused by a virus that begins as a lesion at the site of infection, then develops into a painful swollen abscess.

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malignancy
A cancerous growth.

malignant tumor
A cancerous tumor that invades nearby tissues thereby eventually causing damage to vital organs.

mammary gland
The portion of a mature female breast that produces milk.

mammogram
A type of X-ray of the breast often used to screen for tumors and breast cancer.

masochism
A sexual variation in which the individual derives sexual pleasure from experiencing pain.

mastectomy
The surgical removal of the breast; usually done as a treatment for breast cancer.

Masters and Johnson's four-phase model
A model of the sexual response cycle that divides it into four phases: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.

masturbation
Self-stimulation of the genitals for sexual pleasure.

meiosis
A form of cell division in which the cell's nucleus undergoes two consecutive divisions.

menage a trois
A sexual relationship between three people.

menarche
The onset of menstruation; the first menstrual period.

menopause
The cessation of menstruation at the end of a woman's reproductive capacity usually during late middle age.

menses
The more-or-less monthly sloughing of the uterine lining which results in a bloody discharge from the vaginal opening.

menstrual cycle
The more-or-less monthly process during which the uterus is readied for implantation of a fertilized ovum. If fertilization does not occur the uterine lining is then shed.

menstrual extraction
The removal of the endometrial contents by suction; sometimes used as a form of abortion or postcoital birth control.

menstruation
The more-or-less monthly sloughing of the uterine lining which results in a bloody discharge from the vaginal opening.

midwife
A person (often a nurse) who acts as a birth attendant.

mifepristone
The chemical agent in RU-486.

mini-pill
A birth control pill that, unlike the combination pill, contains a low dose of progesterone and no estrogen.

minilaparotomy
A form of tubal ligation in which a small incision is made in the lower abdomen.

miscarriage
A spontaneous abortion; a pregnancy that terminates on its own prior to birth.

mittelschmerz
Abdominal cramps on either side of the body at the time of ovulation, often accompanied by a small discharge of blood from the cervix

modeling
The process of learning behavior through the observation of others.

molluscum contagiosum
A viral STD characterized by smooth, round, shiny lesions, generally appearing on the trunk, on the genitals, or around the anus.

moniliasis
A form of yeast infection.

monogamy
The mating of one person with another individual with neither engaging in sexual activity with anyone else.

mons pubis
In the female, the mound of fatty tissue covering the pubic bone that is covered by pubic hair; also known as mons veneris.

mons veneris
The pubic mound; literally, mountain of Venus. Also known as mons pubis.

morning-after pill
A pill which can be used in emergency situations for preventing pregnancy after intercourse has occurred.

motile
Exhibiting motion, such as in live sperm.

mucous method
A form of fertility awareness in which a woman stretches her cervical mucus between her fingers to determine the time of ovulation.

Mullerian ducts
In the embryo, a pair of ducts that eventually develop into the internal female reproductive system if the fetus is genetically female.

Mullerian-inhibiting substance
A hormone secreted by the testes in a genetically male fetus that acts to inhibits the growth and development of the Mullerian-duct system.

multiparous
A woman who has had more than one baby.

multiple orgasms
Having several orgasms in a short period of time with no refractory period in between.

myotonia
Increased muscle tension, sometimes accompanied by involuntary contractions, during sexual excitement.

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necrophilia
A paraphilia characterized by sexual arousal from, or activity with, a corpse.

neonate
A newborn.

NGU
Abbreviation for nongonococcal urethritis.

nipple
The darkened circle at the tip of the breast in both men and women. Although sensitive to sexual stimulation in both genders, in a woman it also serves the function of being the opening through which milk goes when she is breast-feeding.

nocturnal emission
Ejaculation of semen during sleep.

nocturnal orgasm
Orgasm that occurs during sleep.

nonfetishistic transvestism
A nonparaphilic behavior by a person who cross-dresses to relieve the tensions associated with having to maintain the sex-role of their gender.

nongonococcal urethritis (NGU)
Urethral inflammation caused by something other than gonorrhea.

nonoxynol-9
The sperm-killing chemical in many spermicides.

nonspecific urethritis (NSU)
Inflammation of the urethra from an unknown or unspecified cause.

nonspecific paraphilia
A paraphilia that does not meet the criteria of any of the major paraphilias.

normative
The average response of members of a sample.

Norplant
The brand-name of a contraceptive implant, inserted into a woman's upper arm, that time-releases progestin to inhibit ovulation.

nulliparous
A woman who has never given birth.

nymphomania
A pejorative, unscientific term that is used to refer to sexual behavior or desire in women that is considered "excessive" or "abnormal."

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obscenity
That which is legally deemed offensive to "accepted" standards of decency or morality.

Oedipus complex
In Freudian theory, the sexual attraction of a boy to his mother and simultaneous fear of his father. The male analog of the Electra complex.

on the rag
Pejorative, slang term referring to a woman having her period.

oocyte
The female gamete; an egg or ovum.

oogenesis
The production of oocytes.

oophorectomy
The surgical removal of one or both ovaries.

opportunistic infection
An illness that is considered rare or otherwise difficult to catch but that can take advantage of a weakened immune system.

oral contraceptive
Pills that contain synthetic estrogen and/or progesterone which cause a "false pregnancy" thereby preventing ovulation. Used as a contraceptive, they are commonly referred to as "the pill."

oral-genital sex
Sexual activity in which the mouth is used to stimulate the genitals.

orchidectomy
The surgical removal of the of one or both testes.

orgasm
An intense sensation that occurs at the climax of sexual excitement that is accompanied by rhythmic muscle contractions and intense pleasure, followed by release of sexual tensions. In men, orgasm is usually accompanied by ejaculation.

orgasmic platform
The vasocongestion that occurs in the outer third of the vagina during sexual arousal.

orgy
A large, and often lavish, gathering of people for the purpose of having group sex.

os
The opening of the cervix.

outer lips
The fatty pads of tissue lying on either side of the vaginal opening and inner lips. Also known as the labia majora.

ovarian follicle
A saclike structure in which an ovum develops.

ovaries
The two small organs in the female that produce eggs and hormones; located above and to the sides of the uterus.

oviduct
Fallopian tube.

ovulation
The release of an egg from the ovary.

ovulatory phase
The phase of the menstrual cycle during which ovulation occurs.

ova
Plural for ovum; eggs; oocytes; the female gametes.

ovulate
To release an egg from the ovary.

ovum
Singular for ova; an egg; an oocyte; the female gamete.

oxytocin
A hormone stimulates strong contractions of the uterus during childbirth; it is also involved in lactation.

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pap test
A test for cervical cancer done by examining cells scraped off the cervix during a pelvic examination.

paraphilia
A sexual behavior characterized by intense recurrent sexual urges and sexually arousing fantasies lasting at least 6 months and involving nonhuman objects or parts of human objects, the suffering or humiliation of oneself or one's partner, or children or other nonconsenting individuals.

paraphiliac
A person who has a paraphilia.

parenteral transmission
Infection via the bloodstream.

partialism
A fetish in which a person is sexually attracted to a specific body part exclusive of the person.

passive immunity
The immunity that a baby has to certain diseases due to the antibodies transferred to him or her through the mother's breast milk.

PCP
Abbreviation for pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. One of the opportunistic infections associated with AIDS.

pederasty
Sex between an adult and a child, usually an adult male and a male child.

pediculosis pubis
Lice that infest the pubic hair; commonly referred to as crabs.

pedophile
An individual who is sexually attracted to prepubescent children.

pedophilia
A paraphilia characterized by intense, recurring sexual urges or fantasies involving sexual activities with a prepubescent child.

peer
An age-mate.

pelvic floor
The underside of the pelvic area extending from the top of the pubic bone to the anus.

pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Infection of the pelvic organs such as the fallopian tubes that often causes scarring which can then lead to infertility.

penetration
The insertion of the penis or another object into the vagina or anus for sexual purposes.

penis
The primary male sexual and reproductive organ through which both urine and semen pass.

penis envy
In psychoanalytic theory, a woman's desire to have a penis, whether literally or metaphorically.

perimetrium
The thin membrane covering the outside of the uterus.

perinatal transmission
The passing of a disease from mother to fetus through the placenta and bloodstream.

perineum
A strip of sensitive tissue that runs between the genitals and the anus.

period
The menstrual period.

perversion
An old-fashioned term for a sexual deviation.

phallic
Penis or penis-like in shape or form.

phallus
An object that is a penis or penis-like in shape or form.

pheromone
A sexually arousing chemical substance that is secreted into the air by many kinds of animals, including, possibly, humans.

phimosis
A condition in which the foreskin is so tight against the glans that it cannot be pulled back and must be loosened or removed surgically.

phobic
Irrationally fearful.

photoplethysmograph
A device used to measure physiological sexual arousal in the female.

PID
Abbreviation for pelvic inflammatory disease.

pimp
A prostitute's protector and manager.

pituitary gland
A gland located on the lower surface of the brain that secretes several hormones important to sexual and reproductive functioning.

placenta
A tube through which the developing fetus receives oxygen and nutrients from the mother and gets rid of waste products.

plateau phase
Masters and Johnson's term for the second phase of sexual response, occurring just before orgasm.

platonic
Not involving sex.

platonic love
Nonsexual love for another person.

playing with oneself
Slang term for masturbation.

pleasure principle
In psychoanalytic theory, the principle that all organisms seek pleasure and avoid pain.

pleasuring
Erotic touching.

plethysmograph
A device used to measure physiological sexual arousal in the male.

PMS
An acronym for premenstrual syndrome.

pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP)
A form of pneumonia that commonly appears in persons whose immune systems are highly suppressed such as those with AIDS.

polar body
In oogenesis, the smaller of two cells produced during meiosis.

polygamy
Marriage in which a person has more than one spouse.

pornography
Sexually oriented material that is not considered acceptable to the viewer; the same material when judged subjectively acceptable is often referred to as "erotica."

POSSLQ
Acronym for "person of the opposite sex sharing living quarters." A generic term for co-habitating couples whether homo- or hetero-sexual.

postpartum
The period of time following childbirth.

postpartum depression
Depression experienced by some women following childbirth.

pre-eclampsia
A condition that may occur to expectant mothers in the last trimester of pregnancy; symptoms include bloating, high blood pressure, and retention of toxic fluids.

premarital sex
Sexual activities, especially sexual intercourse, prior to marriage.

premature ejaculation
A sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to control or delay ejaculation as long as desired.

premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
A combination of physical and psychological symptoms (such as depression and irritability) that occurs in some women just prior to menstruation.

prenatal
Before birth.

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prepuce
Foreskin.

priapism
A rare, but painful, condition in which a male has a prolonged erection that does not subside following orgasm despite lack of arousal.

prick
Slang term for penis.

prodrome
The period prior to a viral outbreak in an individual when live viruses are shed from the affected areas. The person is highly infectious at this time, though asymptomatic.

progesterone
A female hormone produced by the corpus luteum that helps regulate the menstrual cycle and sustain pregnancy.

progestins
Generic term for the female hormones that prepare the female reproductive system for pregnancy.

proliferative phase
The phase of the menstrual cycle in which the endometrium builds up in response to increased estrogen.

promiscuous
A pejorative term used to refer to someone who engages in sexual activity with more individuals than the user of the term.

prophylactic
A drug or device used to prevent disease; commonly used to refer to a condom.

prostaglandins
Hormones that stimulate muscle contractions.

prostate gland
A muscular gland encircling the urethra in the male that produces much of the seminal fluid.

prostatitis
Inflammation or infection of the prostate gland.

prostitution
The selling of sexual stimulation for money.

proximity
Nearness in terms of physical space and time.

prurient
A legal term referring to "provoking lasciviousness."

pseudocyesis
False pregnancy.

pseudohermaphrodite
An individual who has a mixture of male and female reproductive structures, or an ambiguous genital appearance, so that it is not clear whether the individual is a male or a female.

psychoanalysis
A psychological system developed by Sigmund Freud that traces behavior to unconscious motivations and drives, especially sexual.

puberty
The stage of human development when the body becomes capable of reproduction.

pubic hair
Hair on the lower abdomen and genital area that begins to appear at puberty.

pubic louse (lice, plural)
Phthirus pubis, a tiny louse that infests pubic hair; commonly referred to as "crabs."

pubococcygeus
A muscular sling stretching from the pubic bone in front to the tailbone in back; Sometimes known as the PC muscle, it controls urine flow and contracts during orgasm. See Kegel exercises.

pudendum
The external genitals of the female.

pussy
Slang term for vagina.

PWA
Acronym for "person with AIDS."

PWH
Acronym for "person with HIV."

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queer
Pejorative, slang term for a homosexual.

quickening
The first movements by the fetus felt by a pregnant woman.

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radical mastectomy
A surgical treatment for breast cancer in which the entire breast, as well as the underlying muscle and lymph nodes, are removed.

rape
Forcible sexual relations with an individual without that person's consent under actual or threatened force.

rape-trauma syndrome
The emotional consequences that a victim experiences after being raped.

refractory period
The period of time in men immediately following ejaculation, during which further erection or orgasm is not possible; not present in the female's sexual response cycle.

relaxin
A hormone produced by the placenta that increases flexibility in the ligaments and joints of the pelvic area to assist in childbirth.

reproductive bias
The belief of some individuals that procreation is the sole purpose for sex.

reproductive success
The extent to which organisms are able to survive long enough to pass on their genes to successive generations.

resolution phase
Masters and Johnson's term for the last phase of sexual response, in which the body returns to the unaroused state.

retarded ejaculation
A sexual dysfunction in which the male is unable to have an orgasm despite sufficient arousal and stimulation.

retrograde ejaculation
A condition in which, during orgasm in the male, the semen is expelled backward into the bladder rather than out of the urethral opening.

retrovirus
A virus capable of altering the normal genetic writing process, causing the host cell to replicate the virus instead of itself. HIV is an example of such a virus.

rhythm method
A method of contraception that involves abstaining from sexual intercourse during the fertile days of the woman's menstrual cycle each month.

rimming
Slang term for annilingus.

RU-486
An oral, postcoital birth control method that works by causing expulsion of the conceptus.

rubber
Slang term for condom.

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S&M
Abbreviation for sadomasochism.

sadism
A sexual variation in which the person derives sexual pleasure from inflicting pain on someone else.

sadomasochism (S&M)
A popular, nonclinical term for behaviors that involve both sexual sadism as well as masochism, often in a consensual, role-playing manner.

safer sex
Sexual activities that do not involve the exchange of bodily fluids. Used to prevent the transmission of diseases such as HIV.

salpingitis
Infection of the fallopian tubes.

saltpeter
A diuretic that was once believed (incorrectly) to prevent boys from masturbating.

sarcoptes scabiei
The mite that causes scabies.

satyriasis
A pejorative, unscientific term that is used to refer to sexual behavior or desire in men that is considered "excessive" or "abnormal.". It is the male analogue of the more common term "nymphomania."

scabies
An contagious skin condition that characterized by an intensely itchy rash and caused by a barely visible mite that burrows under the skin.

screw
Slang term for intercourse.

scripts
Unconscious, socially and culturally determined plans that individuals use to organize and guide their behavior.

scrotum
The pouch of skin that contains the testes.

secondary sex characteristics
The physical characteristics other than the sex organs, that distinguish men from women (e.g. breasts, facial hair, etc.)

secretory phase
The phase of the menstrual cycle during which the endometrium begins to prepare for the arrival of a fertilized ovum

semen
The alkaline fluid expelled from the penis during ejaculation, containing fluids combined from several glands as well as sperm.

seminal fluid
Another term for semen.

seminal vesicles
One of two glands lying on either side of the prostate which secrete much of the fluid in semen.

seminiferous tubules
Tightly coiled tubules in the testes that manufacture sperm.

sensate focus
An exercise prescribed by sex therapists that concentrates on touch and the giving and receiving of pleasure in a nondemand situation as opposed to focusing on intercourse and achieving orgasm.

serial monogamy
An increasingly common form of dating and marriage in which a person mates with just one other person at a time but then ends that relationship and forms another.

seroconversion
The process by which a person develops antibodies.

serostatus
The absence or presence of antibodies for a particular antigen.

sex flush
A rash that appears on the skin during sexual arousal due to vasocongestion.

sex guilt
A sense of guilt resulting from the violation of personal standards of proper sexual behavior.

sex reassignment surgery
Surgery which alters the physical characteristics of an individual of one gender to resemble that of the other.

sex role
Less used term for gender role.

sex toy
A device, such as a vibrator or dildo, designed to enhance sexual pleasure.

sex-change operation
The surgery done on transsexuals to change their anatomy to that of the other gender.

sexology
The scientific study of sexuality.

sexologist
A professional who studies sexual science.

sexual aggression
Any kind of sexual activity against a person's will.

sexual arousal disorder
Failure to obtain or maintain erection or vaginal lubrication, despite adequate interest and stimulation.

sexual aversion disorder
A dysfunction characterized by extreme dislike and avoidance of sexual activities.

sexual coercion
A broad term referring to any kind of sexual activity that is forced on another person through the use of force, pressure, alcohol and drugs, or authority.

sexual double standard
The view that a particular behavior is acceptable for one gender but not the other.

sexual dysfunction
A difficulty with sexual responding that causes a person subjective distress (e.g. anorgasmia).

sexual enhancement
Improvement or enrichment of sexual relationships among otherwise healthy, well-functioning individuals.

sexual harassment
The use of status and/or power for sexual ends.

sexual identity
A person's sense of their sexual orientation, whether heterosexual, homosexual, or bisexual.

sexual masochism
A sexual variation in which the individual derives sexual pleasure from experiencing pain.

sexual orientation
The pattern of sexual, social, romantic, cognitive and emotional attraction based on the gender of one's partner.

sexual sadism
A sexual variation in which the individual derives sexual pleasure from inflicting pain.

sexual selection
An evolutionary theory used sometimes in an attempt to explain gender differences.

sexual surrogate
A member of a sex therapy team whose has sexual interactions with a client as part of their therapy.

sexual variation
Sexual behavior that is not part of the norms for a given culture; atypical sexuality.

sexually explicit material
Material that graphically depicts sexual activities.

sexually oriented material
Materials such as photographs, videos, films, magazines, CD-ROMs or books whose primary themes or depictions involve sex.

sexually transmitted diseases
Those illness that are communicated to another person via sexual contact.

shaft
The body of the penis.

Skene's glands
Glands opening into the urethra.

smegma
A cheesy substance formed by several small glands beneath the foreskin of the penis and hood of the clitoris.

socialization
The process of developing the skills needed to interact with others in one's culture.

sociobiology
A theory that uses evolutionary biology to explain the social behavior of all animals, including humans.

sodomy
An ambiguous legal term which, depending on the jurisdiction, which refers to so called "unnatural acts" such as anal intercourse, sexual relations with animals, or oral sex.

softcore
Nonexplicit sexually oriented material.

spectatoring
The process in which a person begins to observe and evaluate his or her sexual activities, rather than merely enjoying them, thereby often causing sexual dysfunctions or disorders.

sperm
The male reproductive cell.

spermarche
The beginning of the ability to ejaculate sperm in adolescent boys.

spermatic cord
The cord suspending the testicle within the scrotum, containing nerve