algolagnist
|al-go-lag-nist|
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/ˌælɡəˈlæɡnɪst/
pleasure from pain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algolagnist' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'algos' meaning 'pain' and 'lagneia' meaning 'lust'.
Historical Evolution
'algos' and 'lagneia' combined in Greek to form 'algolagnia', which was later adapted into English as 'algolagnist'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who finds pleasure in pain', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who derives sexual pleasure from experiencing pain or inflicting pain on others.
The algolagnist found satisfaction in the controlled environment of the BDSM community.
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Last updated: 2025/06/20 13:51