masochism

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[edit] Etymology

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

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  • (UK, US) IPA: /ˈmæs.ə.kɪ.zəm/, /ˈmæz.ə.kɪ.zəm/
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[edit] Noun

masochism (countable and uncountable; plural masochisms)

  1. the enjoyment of receiving pain

[edit] Antonyms

  • {sense|the enjoyment of giving pain} sadism

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