masochism

mas·och·ism

noun

The definition of masochism is getting sexual or emotional pleasure from being mistreated or mentally or physically abused.

An example of masochism is a person who likes being hurt during sex.
An example of masochism is a person who seeks out physically abusive relationships.
An example of masochism is a person who takes on a very unpleasant task.

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masochism

the getting of sexual pleasure from being dominated, mistreated, or hurt physically or otherwise by one's partner
the getting of pleasure from suffering physical or psychological pain, inflicted by others or by oneself

Origin of masochism

after Leopold von Sacher-Masoch (1835-95), Austrian writer in whose stories it is described

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masochism

noun

The deriving of sexual gratification from fantasies or acts that involve being made to suffer physical or mental pain. Also called sexual masochism .
The deriving of pleasure from being humiliated or mistreated, either by another or by oneself.
A willingness or tendency to subject oneself to unpleasant or trying experiences.

Origin of masochism

After Leopold von Sacher- Masoch (1836-1895), Austrian novelist

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mas′och·ist
noun

mas′och·is′tic
adjective

mas′och·is′ti·cal·ly
adverb

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Noun

(countable and uncountable, plural masochisms)

the enjoyment of receiving pain

Origin

Named after Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, whose novel "Venus in Furs" explores a sadomasochistic relationship.

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masochism - Medical Definition

The deriving of sexual gratification from fantasies or acts that involve being made to suffer physical or mental pain. In this sense also called sexual masochism
The deriving of pleasure from being humiliated or mistreated, either by another or by oneself.
A willingness or tendency to subject oneself to unpleasant or trying experiences.

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mas′och·ist
n.

mas′och·is′tic
adj.

mas′och·is′ti·cal·ly
adv.

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