"topspace" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: top + space Etymology templates: {{compound|en|top|space}} top + space Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} topspace (uncountable)
  1. (BDSM) The psychological state of the dominant or top during sadomasochistic activity. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): BDSM Coordinate_terms: subspace
    Sense id: en-topspace-en-noun-lieZB~VO Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: BDSM, lifestyle, sexuality

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