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onanism

Translations

onanismnoun
onanisms
pl
The book discussed various aspects of human sexuality, including the topic of onanism.
Le livre abordait divers aspects de la sexualité humaine, y compris le sujet de l’onanisme.
Additional translations
onanismeSens figuré, souvent littéraire : auto-satisfaction, complaisance intellectuelle.
coït interrompuSens médical ou historique.
Synonyms
masturbation
self-pleasure
self-stimulation
autoeroticism

Definitions

onanismnoun
The practice of self-stimulation of the genitals for sexual pleasure, often referred to as masturbation.
The book discussed various aspects of human sexuality, including the topic of onanism.
A term used to describe self-indulgence or self-gratification, often in a non-sexual context.
His constant focus on personal achievements was seen as a form of intellectual onanism.
Coitus interruptus; the practice of withdrawing the penis before ejaculation during sexual intercourse.
Before modern contraception, some couples relied on onanism as a means to avoid pregnancy.
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