noun
the combination of sadism and masochism, in particular the deriving of pleasure, especially sexual gratification, from inflicting or submitting to physical or emotional pain
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The psychology professor discussed the concept of sadomasochism in great detail during the lecture.
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I heard that some people are into sadomasochism, but I don't really understand it.
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I can't believe they're into that freaky sadomasochism stuff.
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Their relationship was like a sadomasochism dance, with one always in control and the other always submitting.