Masturbate

usgb/ˈmæstərbeɪt/
verb

To touch or stimulate yourself in a sexual way to get pleasure or to reach an orgasm.

He felt embarrassed when he was caught masturbating.
Visual representation of "masturbate" - To touch or stimulate yourself in a sexual way to get pleasure or to reach an orgasm

Often appears as...

  • masturbate privately
  • masturbate frequently
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Privacy Matters

Discussing masturbation can be private; avoid in formal or public conversations.

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She whispered about how she masturbates only to her close friend.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Awareness of differing cultural attitudes towards masturbation is important.

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When he moved abroad, he realized that attitudes about masturbating were more open.
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Emotional Context

The act of masturbating can be associated with various emotions like pleasure or shame.

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Feeling lonely, he resorted to masturbating to alleviate his mood.
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