"literotica" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of literature + erotica. Genericized from the trademark Literotica held by Sunlane Media for the free erotic fiction website literotica.com, which started in 1998. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|literature|erotica}} Blend of literature + erotica Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} literotica (uncountable)
  1. Porn in written form. Wikipedia link: Literotica Tags: uncountable

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          "text": "Sure, most pulps of the day featured horny wrestlers, well-hung lumberjacks, and the like, but it would be a mistake to think that until the 1990s’ rise of “literotica,” serious themes—and anxieties—were altogether absent from gay porn.",
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          "ref": "2023, Michele Kirichanskaya, Ace Notes: Tips and Tricks on Existing in an Allo World, Jessica Kingsley Publishers, page 144",
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