"waxplay" meaning in English

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Noun

Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-waxplay.wav
Etymology: From wax + play. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|wax|play}} wax + play Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} waxplay (uncountable)
  1. (BDSM) The practice of dripping melted wax onto a person's naked skin (usually from a candle) for sensual and/or sexual stimulation. Wikipedia link: Wax play Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): BDSM Synonyms: wax play
    Sense id: en-waxplay-en-noun-TjZx5xrF Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: BDSM, lifestyle, sexuality

Alternative forms

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