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The sex, male, female or intersex, that a doctor or midwife uses to describe a child at birth based on their external anatomy.
Sex assigned at birth
A sexuality for those who experience sexual attraction to more than one gender.
Bisexual
A sexuality for those who experience sexual attraction to people regardless of gender.
Pansexual
This is a short-hand term many people who fall on both the asexual and aromantic spectrums may use to describe themselves.
Aro-Ace
This term can be used to describe someone who only experiences sexual attraction after forming an intense emotional bond with someone.
Demi-sexual
According to a 2022 Gallup poll, ____ percentage of adult Americans identify as LGBTQ+
7.1%
This is a common phrase that describes identities in which people's sex assigned at birth does not correspond with their gender. This includes identities such as transgender, nonbinary, agender, gender-queer and more.
The Trans-Umbrella
Refers to a woman or woman-aligned person of any sexual orientation who is attracted to other women and/or women-aligned individuals. This term is inclusive for people who may not want to use the term lesbian but still share some attributes with the community.
Sapphic
Emerged from working-class lesbian bar culture of the 1930's, those who identify as ______ describe it as an expression of both gender and sexuality. _________s are sometimes assumed to take on a more dominant role in the bedroom, however identifying as _______ does not determine a person's preferences while having sex.
Butch
A Black exclusive term for Black masculine identifying lesbians. The term is racially specific, as it was created by Black folks to differentiate their experiences from white lesbians, while also expressing gender roles unique to the Black community. ______s are sometimes assumed to take on a more dominant role in the bedroom, however identifying as a _______ does not determine a person's preferences while having sex.
Stud
____ History is rooted in the 1940's and 1950's, from working class bi-sexual women, transwomen, sex workers, drag queens, and lesbian bar culture. ____ not only encompasses gender expression, it is also an expression of queer sexuality, and as a form of resistance against patriarchal norms. These folk are sometimes assumed to take on a more submissive role while having sex, however identifying as this does not determine a person's preferences while having sex.
Femme
There is much debate surrounding where this gay slang originates from, varying between geographically separated queer communities. When internet porn began to rise in popularity, "___" as a stereotype adopted a new collective meaning. Meant to describe young men who are thin, hairless, effeminate, and usually white. _____ are sometimes assumed or expected to take on a more submissive role while having sex, however identifying as a _____ does not determine a person's preferences while having sex.
Twink
The term was established by The Advocate, in their 1979 "Who's Who at the Zoo?" Edition. Some describe a _____ as a gay or bisexual man who has facial/body hair and a cuddly body, while others describe it as an attitude or vibe. ____ are sometimes assumed or expected to take on a more masculine role while having sex, however identifying as a ____ does not determine a person's preferences while having sex.
Bear
____ rose to prominence in the gay community in the 1970's gay bar culture and bathhouse culture. Usually inhaled, these relax the muscles of the anus-making anal sex easier, and for some more pleasurable. For some folks, using these can feel like a liberating connection to gay community, but like any substance there are risks involved with consumption.
Poppers
This form of a drag competition was created by black and latinx queer folks in Harlem between the 1960's and 1980's. These gatherings became places not only for gender and sexual expression, but places for at-risk lgbt youth to learn about safer-sex practices and connect with other queer people.
(Drag) Balls
A term used by some African-American individuals to describe their sexual orientation, as a result of the perception that "gay" and "lesbian" are primarily white terms. "Same-sex loving" is also in use.
Same-Gender Loving (SGL)
The continuum model devised by Alfred Kinsey in 1948 that plotted sexuality from 0 to 6; 0 being exclusively heterosexual and 6 being exclusively homosexual. It was the first scale to account for bisexuality. According to a 1954 survey using the scale, 70% of people fell between 1 and 5. It's been criticized for being too linear and only accounting for behavior and not sexual identity and is no longer widely used.
Kinsey Scale
A short-hand acronym that describes trans-people who prefer to date, or are attracted exclusively to other trans people.
T4T
According to the Lesbian Stereotypes Survey, 95% of those who identify as lesbians keep their ___ short. However, it is not necessary for ___ to be kept short in order for those of all gender identities to have safer, fun sex!
Fingernails
When having an orgasm, the ____ around the penis, anus, and vagina contract or squeeze about once per second, usually between 5-8 times.
Muscles
If you're putting a sex toy inside your body (mouth, vagina, or anus), it's best to use one made of a body-safe, _____ material, like 100% silicone (not silicone blends), hard plastic, stainless steel, aluminum, and break-resistant glass. These materials don't absorb germs and are easier to keep clean.
Non-porous
_____ is a fleshy mound above the genitals that cushions the pubic bone. After puberty, this is typically where pubic hair grows.
Mons pubis
This body part divides the vagina from the uterus. It looks like a donut.
Cervix
During sexual arousal, the lower part of the _____ lifts toward the belly button, which allows the vagina to grow longer. This is called "tenting."
Uterus
The sack that holds the testicles is called the ______. It helps to keep sperm at a healthy temperature.
Scrotum
These two strips of erectile tissue in the glans, shaft, and crura of the clitoris and along the sides of the penis that extend back into the pelvic floor fill with blood and become erect during sexual excitement.
Corpus cavernosa
Genital hygiene is important! While mild soap and water can be used on the penis and the vulva, soap doesn't need to be used on the _____ because it is a self cleaning organ!
Vagina
Frottage, or sexual body rubbing, is more commonly known as ______.
Dry Humping
A _____ test is used to screen for cervical cancer.
Pap Test
When using a silicon sex toy, avoid using this kind of lube as it can cause damage or break down the toy's material.
Silicon
Many folks do not realize that most cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and trichomoniasis can be _____.
Cured
_____ is penetration of the inguinal canal.
Muffing
_____ is the pathogen that causes UTIs.
E. Coli
Just prior to ejaculation, the testicles will _____ or draw closer to the body.
Elevate
A _____ is when air is expelled from the vagina.
Queef
This popular type of vibrator has been giving folks orgasms since the 1970s with its powerful, rumbly vibrations and tennis ball-like head.
Wand
This type of sex toy has long been a favorite of folks with a vulva, because it provides both internal stimulation through penetration and external clitoral stimulation.
Rabbit
The _______ is the time between sexual climax and being able to become aroused again.
Refractory Period
External condom size has more to do with _____ than length.
Girth
A _____ is a type of sex toy that is used on a penis to simulate oral or penetrative sex.
Stroker
______ are sex toys for penises. They are rings worn at the base of the penis usually for the purpose of restricting blood flow to make an erection more firm and last longer, and are made out of a variety of materials including silicone and metal. Some even vibrate!
Cock Ring
It has been hypothesized that the ________ is actually another portion of the internal clitoris and urinary system. It is a source of pleasure that may be responsible for some penetrative orgasms.
Grafenberg Spot or G-Spot
_____ are sex toys specifically designed for insertion into the rectum. They tend to be shorter, wider, and have a protruding or flared edge to prevent it from getting lost inside.
Butt Plug
According to experts, around 1.7% of the world's population is born with _____ traits. That's comparable to the number of people born with red hair!
Intersex
The name for the opening of the cervix. It is usually the size of the hole in an ear piercing, but during childbirth it dilates to accommodate the head & shoulders of a child.
The os (pronounced like the first syllable in ostrich)
One in three people with a vagina will experience this at some point in their lifetime; it can be asymptomatic OR it can result in discomfort, painful urination, itchiness, or a somewhat "fishy" smell. If left untreated, it has been linked to pelvic inflammatory disease, endometritis, higher risk of STI transmission, and miscarriage in pregnant people.
Bacterial vaginosis
_____ is any type of labor where the explicit goal is to produce a sexual or erotic response in the client. It includes prostitution, but it also includes a bunch of other things like erotic dancing, pro-dom/pro-sub work, webcam work, sensual massage, adult film, phone sex, being a sugar baby, etc.
Sex Work
_____ is the involuntary contraction of vaginal muscles that makes penetration difficult, painful, or impossible.
Vaginismus
You can make a homemade dam out of this common household item.
Non microwavable plastic wrap
More than 80% of sexually active people will have one of these in their lifetime; 50% will get one before age 25.
STI
_____ is a term related to ethical non-monogamy that refers to your partner's partner. Some people may have multiple!
Metamour