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Sexual masochism

Sexual masochism refers to a sexual gratification obtained through experiencing pain and humiliation at the hands of one's

partner.

Other /More definition:
sexual masochism refers to Paraphilia in which sexual arousal is associated with experiencing pain or humiliation.

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