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Meaning of orgasm
The primary meaning of the word "orgasm" refers to the climax of sexual excitement, characterized by intense pleasure and release of tension.
Etymology of orgasm
The word "orgasm" has its roots in the Greek word "ὀργασμός" (orgasmós), meaning "swelling" or "excitement", which is derived from the verb "ὀργάω" (orgáō), meaning "to swell" or "to be excited".
The term was first used in English in the 17th century to describe a sexual climax, and its usage has since expanded to include non-sexual contexts.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "orgasm" is defined by Oxford Languages as the climax of sexual excitement, characterized by intense pleasure and release of tension, typically accompanied by involuntary muscle contractions.
- * It can also refer to a similar sensation of intense pleasure or excitement in a non-sexual context, such as a creative or emotional release.
Usage Examples
- The couple experienced a intense orgasm during their romantic getaway.
- * The musician's performance reached an orgasm of sound and energy, leaving the audience in awe.
- * The writer's use of language created a sense of orgasmic release, as the story reached its climax.