First Known Use: circa 1763
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noun or·gasm \ˈȯr-ˌga-zəm\
: the point during sexual activity when sexual pleasure is strongest
Full Definition of ORGASM
: 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
— or·gas·mic \ȯr-ˈgaz-mik\ also or·gas·tic \-ˈgas-tik\ adjective
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Origin of ORGASM
New Latin orgasmus, from Greek orgasmos, from organ to grow ripe, be lustful; probably akin to Sanskrit ūrjā sap, strength
2orgasm
verb
Definition of ORGASM
intransitive verb
: to experience orgasm
First Known Use of ORGASM
1972
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