Anilingus

/ˌænɪˈlɪŋɡəs/ noun

Definition

Oral-anal sexual contact; a sexual practice.

Etymology

From Latin 'anus' (anus) + 'lingere' (to lick), following the Latin-based anatomical nomenclature pattern used in medical and sexual terminology. Entered modern usage in the 20th century.

Kelly Says

This clinical Latin term shows how medical terminology using classical languages allowed doctors and sex researchers to discuss sexual practices with clinical distance—a pattern that continues today with terms like 'coitus' and 'copulation'.

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