Sodomy

/ˈsɒdəmi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Anal intercourse between humans, often understood in a broader context to include sexual acts considered unnatural or immoral.

The laws regarding sodomy have been debated in many societies throughout history.

Any sexual act considered to be non-procreative or abnormal based on societal norms.

Some groups have fought against the criminalization of consensual sodomy between adults.

Historically, sodomy referred to sexual practices that were condemned in religious texts.

The term sodomy has its origins in biblical references to the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.

From Latin 'sodomia', from 'Sodom', referring to the biblical city known for its sinful practices.

sodomy laws

Laws that criminalize certain sexual acts, particularly between same-sex individuals.

sodomize

To engage in sodomy.

copulation

The act of mating or sexual intercourse.

sexual intercourse

The act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman.

Butt play

Some couples enjoy butt play as part of their sexual activities.

Anal sex

They had a conversation about trying anal sex for the first time.