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orgasm

Sudden discharge of accumulated sexual tension

EntityQ5887

Also known as sexual climax · cumming · climax · climaxing · blowing a load · shooting semen

Subclass of: physiological process
Part of: human sexual response cycle

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Orgasm, sexual climax, or simply climax, is the sudden release of accumulated sexual excitement during the sexual response cycle, characterized by intense sexual pleasure resulting in rhythmic, involuntary muscular contractions in the pelvic region. Orgasms are controlled by the involuntary or autonomic nervous system and are experienced by both males and females; the body's response includes muscular spasms, a general euphoric sensation, and, frequently, body movements and vocalizations. The period after orgasm is typically a relaxing experience due to the release of the neurohormones oxytocin and prolactin, as well as endorphins.

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Facet of: sexuality
Different from: ejaculation
Orgasm criterion used: descriptive page and disambiguation page have to be in different items
Has effect: ejaculation applies to people: male
sexual pleasure
Cause: sexual stimulation
Name in kana: おーがずむ
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1.Stated in Pixiv Encyclopedia
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