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📖 Definition & Meaning
Dildo (noun) /ˈdɪl.doʊ/
- A sex toy shaped like a penis, used for sexual stimulation, typically by insertion into the vagina or anus.
- Not usually mechanical or vibrating (unlike a vibrator), but can be made of materials like silicone, rubber, glass, or metal.
🧠 Easy Explanation
A dildo is a tool shaped like a penis that people use during sex or masturbation to feel pleasure. It’s used by people of all genders and sexualities.
🔤 Grammatical Formation
- Noun (countable)
✅ Singular: a dildo
✅ Plural: dildos (or dildoes) - Used with verbs like: use, buy, clean, insert
⚖️ Word Comparisons
| Term | Meaning | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Dildo | Penis-shaped sex toy | Usually non-vibrating |
| Vibrator | Sex toy for stimulation | Often vibrates |
| Strap-on | Dildo attached to a harness | Used by a partner |
| Phallus | Symbolic or anatomical penis | Formal, mythological use |
🔁 With Prepositions
- “with a dildo” – She experimented with a dildo.
- “using a dildo” – He explored prostate stimulation using a dildo.
- “inserted the dildo into…” – A phrase often used in erotic or anatomical contexts.
💬 Sample Sentences
- She used a dildo for solo exploration.
- They bought a glass dildo from a trusted online store.
- He learned how to safely clean his dildo.
- Not all dildos are realistic—some come in creative designs.
🗣️ Idiomatic Usage / Informal Slang
There are very few idioms with “dildo,” but it may appear in adult humor or satire. In rare and offensive slang, it’s also used as an insult for someone seen as foolish, though this is not common or recommended.
Example (insult):
“Don’t be such a dildo.” (rude; not widely accepted)
🔗 Synonyms & Antonyms
- Synonyms: sex toy, artificial penis, adult toy
- Antonyms: none (nonsexual tools or abstinence could be conceptual opposites)
🧩 Related Terms
- Vibrator
- Strap-on dildo
- Anal plug (butt plug)
- Sexual aid
- Prosthetic penis
- Masturbation aid
❓ Does It Have a Connection to Sexuality?
A dildo is directly related to sexual activity, pleasure, and exploration. It is used in solo sex, partnered sex, and across varied sexual orientations and gender identities. It’s also used in queer, lesbian, gay, trans, and BDSM communities.
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