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Deep throat

A slang term for a type of oral sex in which a man's partner is able to overcome his or her gag-reflex and allow his penis to go deeply into their mouth, and sometimes actually down their throat.  

Delayed ejaculation

A sexual dysfunction in which a man has difficulty ejaculating during intercourse.

Dental dam

A latex shield placed over the vulva or anus that blocks the exchange of bodily fluids therefore reducing the chance of contracting STDs. 

Desensitization

A technique used by sex therapists to help patients overcome fears and phobias.

Detumescence

When an erect penis becomes flaccid again after orgasm.

Deviant Sexual Behavior

Sexual behavior that strays from the norm.

Diaphragm

A saucer-shaped rubber contraceptive device that is filled with spermicide and inserted into the back of the vagina to block the cervical opening. Most common barrier method for women.

Dildo

A device used for sexual stimulation by insertion into the vagina or anus that is usually in the overall shape of a phallus.

Dildo harness

A device that holds a dildo in place during penetration.  Also known as a strap on. 

Doggie style

A rear entry sexual position in which either the vagina or anus is entered while the recipient is on hands and knees.

Domination and Submission (D&S)

Sexual arousal achieved by acting out sexual fantasies in which one person dominates while the other submits.

Dominatrix

In bondage and discipline, a woman who specializes in "disciplining" a submissive partner.

Douche

To flush out the inside of the vagina with a cleansing fluid. This practice is usually unnecessary and can actually upset the natural ph and floral balance of the vagina therefore increasing chance for infection. 

Drag

Cross-dressing.

Drag queen

A gay man who dresses as a woman for comic effect.

Dry hump

A slang term for rubbing the genitals against a part of another person's body often through clothes.

Drip

A slang term for gonorrhea.

Dyke

A term referring to a lesbian who dresses and acts in a masculine manner.

Dysmenorrhea

Painful menstruation.

Dyspareunia

Painful intercourse.

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