onanism

IPA: ˈoʊnʌnɪzʌm

Masturbation.
Ejaculating outside the vagina during intercourse; (the performing of) coitus interruptus.

Examples of "onanism" in Sentences

Some religious sects condemn the act of onanism as a sinful act of self-gratification
The protagonist's insomnia drove him to resort to onanism as a way to pass the time
The therapist believed that the client's frequent onanism was a coping mechanism for underlying emotional issues
The novel's protagonist struggled with feelings of guilt and shame after engaging in onanism
Studies show that onanism can have negative effects on mental health and self-esteem