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DefinitionHistoire d’O is a famous erotic novel from 1954, written by French author Pauline Réage (pseudonym of Anne Desclos). The book is considered one of the first literary works to openly explore sadomasochism, submission, and female surrender within a romantic context. Explanation Histoire d’O Histoire d’O tells the story of a young woman, simply referred to as “O,” who voluntarily
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DefinitionHigh heels are shoes with a raised heel that visually lengthen the body and enhance a certain posture or appearance, often used in BDSM as a symbol of female dominance, elegance, and power. Explanation of high heels High heels have iconic status within the BDSM world. They are worn not only for their aesthetic effect, but also to emphasize the
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DefinitionHeterosexual (also called straight) refers to someone who is emotionally and/or sexually attracted to people of the opposite sex. For a detailed explanation, see straight. More information EncyclopediaLetter H
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DefinitionHeteroflexible refers to someone who is basically heterosexual but, under certain circumstances, is also open to sexual or sensual experiences with people of the same sex. Explanation of heteroflexible Heteroflexibility is relatively common within the BDSM world, mainly because experience, power, pain, and surrender are not always strictly gender-bound. A heteroflexible person may continue to feel emotionally and sexually attracted
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DefinitionStraight (abbreviation of heterosexual) refers to a sexual orientation in which a person feels emotionally, romantically, and/or sexually attracted to people of the opposite sex. Explanation of heterosexual Within the BDSM world, heterosexual usually refers to male-female relationships in which the dynamic between Dominant and sub also takes place within that gender framework. For example: a male sub opposite a
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DefinitionHentai is a Japanese term that literally means “perversion” or “deviation,” but in the West it is used as a collective term for explicit erotic or pornographic drawings, animations, and comics (manga and anime). Within the BDSM context, hentai often refers to drawn fantasies in which power relations, bondage or fetishistic themes are visually elaborated. Explanation of Hentai Hentai originated
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DefinitionHemp rope is a natural, plant-based rope made from the bast fibers of the hemp plant. Within BDSM, it is a classic and beloved material for bondage and shibari, valued for its rough texture, natural scent, and strong grip on the skin. Explanation Hemp rope Hemp rope has been used for centuries in shipping, agriculture, and crafts, but within the
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DefinitionHempex is a synthetic rope that closely resembles natural hemp in appearance and feel, but is made from synthetic fibers. Within BDSM, hempex is often used for bondage, shibari, or decorative knotting techniques, as it combines the look of hemp with greater softness, strength, and ease of use. Explanation Hempex Hempex was developed as an alternative to traditional hemp rope,
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DefinitionHemostats is an abbreviation of hemostatic clamps. These are medical instruments that are sometimes used in BDSM as toys to temporarily clamp skin or tissue together. They are originally used in medicine to clamp blood vessels during surgery, but in an erotic context they serve to cause controlled pain stimuli or pressure. For a detailed explanation, see hemostatic clamps. More
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DefinitionFire cupping is a form of cupping in which fire is used to create a vacuum in glass cups, which are then placed on the skin. Within BDSM, fire cupping is used as part of sensation play or medical play, in which heat, suction, and the visual effect of the reddish-purple circles on the skin take on an erotic, aesthetic,
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