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Meaning of masturbation

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

masturbation

Pronunciation:/ˌmæstəˈbeɪʃ(ə)n//ˌmæstɚˈbeɪʃən/

noun

Definitions

  1. Manual erotic stimulation of the genitals or other erotic regions, often to orgasm, either by oneself or a partner.

    Example: Masturbation is our first and natural form of sexual activity and if that's inhibited or damaged, then we suffer for the rest of our lives. ―Betty Dodson

  2. A vain activity.