sadomasochism

Definitions of sadomasochism
  1. noun
    sadism and masochism combined in one person
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    type of:
    sadism
    pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others
    masochism
    sexual pleasure obtained from receiving punishment (physical or psychological)
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