masochism

Pronunciation

• (UK) (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈmæs.ə.kɪ.zəm/ or /ˈmæz.ə.kɪ.zəm/

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Noun

Singular masochism

Plural none

1. Masochism is the feeling of sexual pleasure from pain or other abuse.

   He had to seek medical help for his love of masochism.

Related words

• masochist
• masochistic