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Sadism
The deriving of sexual gratification by inflicting pain on others. Named after the Marquis de Sade. See also masochism.
Sadomasochism
A popular, nonclinical term for behaviours that involve both sexual sadism as well as masochism, often in a consensual, role-playing manner. Also known as SM or S/M.
Scrotum
The loose sac of skin containing the testes.
Semen
The alkaline fluid expelled from the penis during ejaculation, containing fluids combined from several glands as well as sperm.
Seminal Fluid
The liquid portion of the male ejaculate.
Sexual Orientation
The classification of a person's desires based on the gender of the people to whom they are attracted.
Shibari
A type of bondage originating in Japan, and characterized by extremely elaborate and intricate patterns of rope, often used to both restrainand to stimulate the subject by binding or compressing the breasts or genitals. Shibari is an artform, the aesthetics of the person and the bondage itself is very important.
Shinju
A type of rope harness, originating in Japan, which goes around and over the breasts. It does not restrain motion.
Silicone
A premium-grade material used in dildos, silicone is non-porous (so it's easy to clean) disinfecting is possible, it warms quickly, and transmits vibration well. Check out our extensive collection of silicone dildos.
Silicone Lubricant
The major benefit is that using silicone in a lubricant helps you stay slick for longer and cannot be broken down in water. This is the lubricant of choice when in water (shower,swimming pools) However silicone lubricant is not compatible with all toy materials such as silicone toys.
Silicone Rubber Mixed Toys
Pure silicone toys are non-porous, but when silicone is only one of many ingredients, you should treat them like jelly rubber toys. The benefit of having a silicone mix is that the material will last longer without breaking down or tearing. It may contain rubber softeners such as phthalates, which have been associated with negative health effects. Use with condoms for safety and to aid in cleanup. Do not use silicone lube with silicone/rubber mix toys as it can melt the toy. Be sure to use a condom over the toy if you want to use silicone lube. Silicone is such a popular sex toy material that manufacturers of less-expensive sex toy options have realized that it can increase their sales to have the packaging say that the toy is silicone. By law, it only has to have 10% of a material to be called that material (just like with 10% fruit juices). Because we want our customers to make informed decisions, we hope that you will check before buying something labelled silicone. You should be able to trust that the product is truly capable of being disinfected.
Sixty Nine
A sexual position in which the genitals of both partners are orally stimulated at the same time.
Skene's Glands
Glands opening into the urethra; in women, the Skene's Glands produce the fluid released during female ejaculation.
Smegma
Secretions, dirt particles, dead skin, and bacteria that accumulate under the foreskin in men or the hood of the clitoris in women
Sperm
The male reproductive cell
STD
Disease, infection or condition that is almost exclusively transmitted through sexual activity. Also known as a sexually transmitted infection (STI), venereal disease (VD) or social disease.
Strap On
Strap-ons are dildos designed to be worn in a harness, so that you can penetrate your partner without having to hold the dildo in place. Strap-on dildos are characterized by a flared base, which secures the dildo in the harness and prevents it from popping through during rigorous sex play.
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