noun
onanism
Onanism (noun) means the act of masturbating.
noun
1
The act of masturbating.
2
Withdrawing from the vagina before ejaculation during sex; also called coitus interruptus.
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Etymology
Formed from Onan and -ism. In the Book of Genesis, Onan, son of Judah, was required by the laws of levirate marriage to impregnate his brother Er's widow, Tamar, so as to raise offspring in his brother's name. To avoid giving his late brother descendants, however, Onan "spilled his semen on the ground when he went in to his brother's wife, so that he would not give offspring to his brother" (Genesis 38:9).
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Rhymes for onanism
humanism
veganism
organism
shamanism
mechanism
hooliganism
microorganism
vegetarianism
republicanism
equestrianism
utilitarianism
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of onanism?
"onanism" (noun) means the act of masturbating.
What is another word for onanism?
Other words for "onanism" include withdrawal, masturbation.
What are the different meanings of onanism?
"onanism" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of masturbating; 2. Withdrawing from the vagina before ejaculation during sex; also called coitus interruptus.
