Masturbate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Get sexual gratification through self-stimulation.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Some teenagers masturbate as a natural part of exploring their own bodies and learning about sexuality.
- Masturbate in a relaxed environment where you are unlikely to be disturbed for maximum gratification.
- When an individual is unable to masturbate due to a physical or mental disability, assistive devices can sometimes be helpful.
- These differing attitudes towards masturbation – ranging from acceptance to condemnation – may influence the decision to masturbate freely.
- Studies have shown that many people masturbate regularly as part of their overall self-care routine and experience no negative consequences as a result.
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Meaning 2
Stimulate sexually; "The old man wanted to be masturbated by the prostitute".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The stripper was asked to masturbate in front of the audience in a bid to increase tips.
- Men who watch excessive pornography have been known to masturbate excessively and may struggle with addiction.
- He wanted to masturbate but his religious views made him feel guilty about the act.
- Public masturbation can be considered disturbing the peace or indecent exposure.
- The doctor explained to the patient how to masturbate in order to increase fertility by collecting a better sample for testing.