sadomasochism
/ˌseɪdoʊˈmæsəkɪzəm/
noun
- The practice of gaining pleasure, especially sexual pleasure, from both inflicting and receiving pain or humiliation.
- The documentary discussed the history of sadomasochism in art.
- The novel explored themes of sadomasochism and power.
- Some relationships involve elements of sadomasochism.