orgasm

/ˈɔː.ɡæ.zəm/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: orgasms · orgasming · orgasmed

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A rush of sexual excitement; now specifically, the climax or peak of sexual pleasure, which occurs during sexual activity and which in males may include ejaculation and in females vaginal contractions.

Noun

Examples

anally-induced orgasm

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A creamy white alcoholic cocktail containing amaretto, Irish cream, and coffee liqueur.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To have an orgasm.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “orgasm” mean?

A rush of sexual excitement; now specifically, the climax or peak of sexual pleasure, which occurs during sexual activity and which in males may include ejaculation and in females vaginal contractions.

Is “orgasm” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.