Kinky

Kinky is a term often used in the context of human sexuality to describe unconventional sexual practices, fantasies, or concepts. It is derived from the idea of a "kink" in a rope or something else that is straight, implying a deviation from the norm. Kinky sexual practices go beyond what are considered conventional sexual practices as a means of heightening the intimacy between sexual partners. Some draw a distinction between "kink" and "fetishism", calling "kink" a preference or desire for non-normative sexual behaviour, and "fetish" a reliance on a specific object or specific behaviour for sexual gratification.

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The term "kinky" has been claimed by some who practice sexual fetishism as a term or synonym for their practices, indicating a range of sexual and sexualistic practices from playful to sexual objectification and certain paraphilias. In the 21st century the term "kink", along with expressions like BDSM, leather and fetish, has become more commonly used than the term paraphilia. Some universities also feature student organizations focused on kink, within the context of wider LGBTQ issues.

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Kink sexual practices can include BDSM, bondage, discipline, dominance and submission, sadomasochism, and other related interpersonal dynamics. Given the wide range of practices, some of which may be engaged in by people who do not consider themselves as practicing kink, inclusion in the kink community or subculture is usually dependent on self-identification.

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