masochism

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Translations 1.2.2 Related terms 1.3 See also

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

Named after Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, whose novel "Venus in Furs" explores a sadomasochistic relationship.

[edit] Noun

masochism (uncountable)

1. the enjoyment of receiving pain

[edit] Translations

[edit] Related terms

• masochist
• masochistic
• sadomasochism

[edit] See also

• sadism