BDSM

abbreviation for

sexual preferences and behaviors involving physical restraints, an unequal power relationship, or pain, including the practice of bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, sadomasochism, etc.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of BDSM¹

First recorded in 1990–95; blend of B&D ( def ) ( bondage and discipline ), D&S ( def ) ( dominance and submission ) and S&M ( def ) ( sadism and masochism )

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Example Sentences

“What Miss Couple has taught me is how deep and meaningful a BDSM relationship can be,” he said.

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A professional ballroom dancer and instructor, her name reflects a parallel that runs in both BDSM and dance: symbiosis.

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Many young women in the BDSM subculture find their way into a dominant role, whether coming from a submissive standpoint or not.

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“The psychology of BDSM is lacking in other formal training regiments and interactions,” added Stella.

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Although a home setting, La Domaine operates under the same regulations as other professional BDSM establishments.

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