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orgasm

/ˈɔːɡaz(ə)m/

Meanings
  • noun

    A feeling of intense pleasure and emotional excitement, typically following orgasm or climax.

    - "After a long day of work, John looked forward to the orgasm of relaxation that awaited him at home."
    - "The orgasm of winning the lottery would be short-lived, but the financial security it provided would last a lifetime."
  • noun

    The climax of sexual excitement in humans, characterized by muscular contractions in the pelvic area, emission of semen, and intense sensations.

    - "Many people believe that the orgasm is the ultimate goal of sexual intercourse."
    - "Some people experience multiple orgasms during a single sexual encounter."

Synonyms

climax , climax , cum
Rhymes
Words rhyming with orgasm
cosmos , dromos , hectometers
Variants
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orgasm , orgasms , orgasmed , orgasming
Etymology
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Orgasm comes from the Greek word orgasmos, which means 'swelling' or 'excitation'.


Trivia
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  1. Orgasms can help reduce stress and improve mood.

  2. Women are more likely to experience orgasm through clitoral stimulation, while men typically experience orgasm through penetration.

  3. Orgasms can help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which can improve sexual function and prevent urinary incontinence.

  4. Some animals, such as the platypus and the spiny anteater, are believed to have a clitoris that is external and visible, making their orgasms easier to study.

  5. Orgasms can help boost the immune system and improve overall health.


Related Concepts
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  1. Sexual climax: The point of sexual excitement and pleasure where the body experiences orgasm.

  2. Orgasmic response: The physiological and psychological response to sexual stimulation that culminates in orgasm.

  3. Orgasmic cycle: The series of physical and emotional changes that occur during sexual arousal and orgasm.


Culture
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Orgasms have been a subject of fascination and exploration in various cultures throughout history. In ancient Greece, orgasms were believed to be a way to connect with the gods. In some Eastern traditions, the pursuit of orgasm is seen as a path to spiritual enlightenment. In modern times, orgasms have been studied extensively in scientific research, particularly in relation to human health and sexual function.

How to Memorize "orgasm"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a wave of pleasure building up inside your body, starting from the base of your spine and spreading up to the top of your head.
    - Visualize the sensation of your muscles contracting and relaxing during orgasm.

  2. associate

    - Associate the feeling of orgasm with the sensation of a warm, relaxing bath.
    - Think of orgasm as a reward for the body after a long day of work.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym O.R.G.A.S.M. to remember the stages of the sexual response cycle: Observation, Rubbing, Grasping, Arousal, Sampling, and Maintenance.


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