Glossary

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B&D An acronym for bondage and discipline. bacterial vaginosis A vaginal infection caused by the bacterium Gardnerella vaginalis. bag Slang term for scrotum balls Slang term for testicles. Barr body An inactivated X chromosome that appears as a small, black dot in the cells of genetic females, distinguishing them from male cells. Bartholin's glands Two tiny ducts located on either side of the vaginal entrance. They secrete a small amount of fluid during sexual arousal, but their exact purpose is unclear. basal body temperature (BBT) method A method of fertility awareness that is based on a woman's morning body temperature. behavior therapy A school of therapy based on learning theory that focuses on observable behavior and not the unconscious. benign prostatic hypertrophy Enlargement of the prostate gland. This is a very common condition in older men. berdache A term used in some cultures for a male who assumes female dress and gender role. In these cultures, these individuals are often thought to be a third gender and have special powers. bestiality Sexual contact with animals; also known as zoophilia. birth canal Another term for the vagina; often used when referring to labor and birth. birth control The regulation of conception, pregnancy, and/or birth. bisexuality A sexual orientation in which one feels physically and/or emotionally attracted to both males and females. blastocyst A small mass of cells that results after several days of cell division by a fertilized egg. blow job Slang term for fellatio (which usually does not involve "blow[ing].") blue balls Slang expression for pain in the groinal area due to prolonged vasocongestion. body fluids Blood, semen, vaginal secretions, urine, feces, saliva and/or tears. bondage and discipline (B&D) A sexual activity in which a person is bound while another engages in "discipline" activities, such as spanking and whipping. boner Slang term for erection. boobs Slang term for a woman's breasts. Braxton-Hicks contractions Uterine contractions during the last trimester of pregnancy that are often mistaken for labor. breech presentation A birth position in which the infant's buttocks or feet appear first. brothel A house of prostitution. bulbourethral glands Another term for Cowper's glands. bulimia An eating disorder distinguished from anorexia by binge eating followed by purging in some manner. butch A term used to describe a lesbian who dresses and acts in a very "masculine" manner. Opposite of femme. butt Slang expression for buttocks. butt fuck Slang term for anal intercourse.