Difference between revisions of "Orgasm"
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==Origin== | ==Origin== | ||
New Latin ''orgasmus'', from [[Greek]] ''orgasmos'', from organ to grow ripe, be [[lustful]]; probably akin to [[Sanskrit]] ūrjā sap, [[strength]] | New Latin ''orgasmus'', from [[Greek]] ''orgasmos'', from organ to grow ripe, be [[lustful]]; probably akin to [[Sanskrit]] ūrjā sap, [[strength]] | ||
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*1: [[intense]] or paroxysmal [[excitement]]; especially : an explosive discharge of neuromuscular tensions at the height of sexual arousal that is usually accompanied by the ejaculation of semen in the [[male]] and by vaginal contractions in the [[female]] | *1: [[intense]] or paroxysmal [[excitement]]; especially : an explosive discharge of neuromuscular tensions at the height of sexual arousal that is usually accompanied by the ejaculation of semen in the [[male]] and by vaginal contractions in the [[female]] | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | '''Orgasm''' (from [[Greek]] οργασμός ''orgasmos'', from organ to [[mature]], swell, also sexual climax) is the sudden discharge of accumulated sexual tension during the sexual response [[cycle]], resulting in rhythmic muscular contractions in the pelvic region characterized by an intense sensation of [[pleasure]]. Experienced by [[males]] and [[females]], orgasms are controlled by the involuntary or [ | + | '''Orgasm''' (from [[Greek]] οργασμός ''orgasmos'', from organ to [[mature]], swell, also sexual climax) is the sudden discharge of accumulated sexual tension during the sexual response [[cycle]], resulting in rhythmic muscular contractions in the pelvic region characterized by an intense sensation of [[pleasure]]. Experienced by [[males]] and [[females]], orgasms are controlled by the involuntary or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autonomic_nervous_system autonomic nervous system]. They are often associated with other involuntary [[actions]], including muscular spasms in multiple areas of the [[body]], a general euphoric sensation and, frequently, body movements and vocalizations are [[expressed]]. The period after orgasm (known as a refractory period) is often a [[relaxing]] experience, attributed to the release of the neurohormones [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxytocin oxytocin] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prolactin prolactin]. |
| − | Human orgasms usually result from the stimulation of the penis in [[males]], typically accompanying ejaculation, and the clitoris in [[females]]. Stimulation can be by self-practice (masturbation) or by a partner (penetrative [[sexual intercourse]], non-penetrative sex, and other erotic sexual activities). In addition, partners simultaneously stimulating each other's sex organs by mutual masturbation, penetrative intercourse, or other rhythmic inter-genital contact may experience [[simultaneous]] orgasms.[ | + | Human orgasms usually result from the stimulation of the penis in [[males]], typically accompanying ejaculation, and the clitoris in [[females]]. Stimulation can be by self-practice (masturbation) or by a partner (penetrative [[sexual intercourse]], non-penetrative sex, and other erotic sexual activities). In addition, partners simultaneously stimulating each other's sex organs by mutual masturbation, penetrative intercourse, or other rhythmic inter-genital contact may experience [[simultaneous]] orgasms.[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orgasm] |
[[Category: Physiology]] | [[Category: Physiology]] | ||
Latest revision as of 01:20, 13 December 2020
Origin
New Latin orgasmus, from Greek orgasmos, from organ to grow ripe, be lustful; probably akin to Sanskrit ūrjā sap, strength
Definitions
- 1: intense or paroxysmal excitement; especially : an explosive discharge of neuromuscular tensions at the height of sexual arousal that is usually accompanied by the ejaculation of semen in the male and by vaginal contractions in the female
Description
Orgasm (from Greek οργασμός orgasmos, from organ to mature, swell, also sexual climax) is the sudden discharge of accumulated sexual tension during the sexual response cycle, resulting in rhythmic muscular contractions in the pelvic region characterized by an intense sensation of pleasure. Experienced by males and females, orgasms are controlled by the involuntary or autonomic nervous system. They are often associated with other involuntary actions, including muscular spasms in multiple areas of the body, a general euphoric sensation and, frequently, body movements and vocalizations are expressed. The period after orgasm (known as a refractory period) is often a relaxing experience, attributed to the release of the neurohormones oxytocin and prolactin.
Human orgasms usually result from the stimulation of the penis in males, typically accompanying ejaculation, and the clitoris in females. Stimulation can be by self-practice (masturbation) or by a partner (penetrative sexual intercourse, non-penetrative sex, and other erotic sexual activities). In addition, partners simultaneously stimulating each other's sex organs by mutual masturbation, penetrative intercourse, or other rhythmic inter-genital contact may experience simultaneous orgasms.[1]
