S&M
abbreviation
sadomasochism; sadism and masochism.
S&M
1 American
[es-uhn-em]
/ ˈɛs ənˈɛm /
Or
S and M
abbreviation
S.&M.
2
American
abbreviation
Insurance.
S & M
British
abbreviation
Etymology
Origin of S&M
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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Metallica: S&M 2 This concert special features the rock group Metallica collaborating with the San Francisco Symphony conducted by Michael Tilson Thomas and Edwin Outwater.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2020
The albums feature mash-ups and covers of songs like Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone," Rihanna's "S&M" and La Roux's "Bulletproof."
From Seattle Times • Jun. 11, 2013
Tisci, an Italian whose S&M aesthetic has won him critical acclaim, had edged away from his signature hardcore look in seasons past, delivering more ethnic-inspired collections.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 25, 2010
Did someone in house make the new site or did you guys hire someone outside S&M to do it?
From Time Magazine Archive
I've known Chris since the late eighties and even rode for S&M for like six years growing up.
From Time Magazine Archive
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