KinkFactor Dictionary
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A living glossary for queer language, consent culture and kink vocabulary. Search it, browse it by letter, or dive into a topic.
A3 terms
- Anal Chastity A form of chastity or "denial" play. It involves a device, often a metal plug or "belt," that is locked in place to prevent any anal insertion. It's… Gear & Wearables
- Anal Hooks A type of BDSM toy, typically made of metal, shaped like a hook. It is inserted anally and can be used for sensation, stretching, or as an attachment… Extreme & Edge Play
- Armbinders A piece of bondage gear, often made of leather, that straps the wearer's arms together behind their back, forcing an "elbows-touching" posture. It's… Gear & Wearables
B3 terms
- Ball Gag A common type of gag consisting of a rubber or silicone ball, held in place by a strap. It forcibly keeps the mouth open and prevents clear speech. I… Gear & Wearables
- Ball Stretching A practice, often done over long periods, of using "ball stretchers" (metal or leather rings) to gradually lengthen the scrotum. This is a form of li… Practices & Activities
- Bondage Tape A type of fetish tape, often made of vinyl, that does not have a sticky adhesive. It is designed to stick only to itself, making it a safe way to cre… Gear & Wearables
C6 terms
- CC Cock Cage. A Chastity Device used in BDSM to lock up a penis. It's a tool for orgasm denial, control, and teasing, often worn for extended periods. T… Kink & BDSM
- Chains Metal chains are a common BDSM tool. They can be used as heavy-duty restraints (bondage), dragged across the skin (sensation/temperature play), or ra… Gear & Wearables
- Chastity (Caging) The practice of locking a partner's genitals in a "chastity device" or "cage." The key is held by the Dominant partner, making it a powerful tool for… Gear & Wearables
- Clover Clamps A specific type of BDSM clamp, often used for nipples, balls, or lips. They are known for their "pinching" sensation and the fact that they get *tigh… Gear & Wearables
- Collars & Leashes A collar is a powerful symbol of a BDSM dynamic, signifying trust, commitment, or "ownership." A leash is often used with it in pet play or scenes in… Gear & Wearables
- Corsetry The practice of wearing a corset (a stiff garment) to cinch the waist. This can be for fetish fashion, postural play, or long-term "waist training."… Gear & Wearables
G4 terms
- Gags & Hoods Gags are used for speech restriction and include ball gags, bit gags, and tape gags. Hoods cover the entire head, often for sensory deprivation or ob… Gear & Wearables
- Gas Masks A type of hood or mask that covers the face and filters air. In kink, it's used for sensory deprivation, "fear" play, or, in advanced cases, connecte… Gear & Wearables
- Gasmasks Rubber or plastic masks with breathing control, visual distortion, or anonymity. Popular in rubber, pup, and military play. Gear
- Gloves (Fetish) A fetish focused on gloves, often made of materials like latex, leather, or satin. This can be a visual fetish or involve a "gloved handjob" for a di… Fetish & Focus
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L2 terms
- Latex / Rubber A popular fetish material, loved for its skin-tight feel, smell, and "second skin" look. It's often used for full-body catsuits, hoods, and other fet… Gear & Wearables
- Leather More than just a material, leather is a core part of gay kink history and identity. It's used for fetish wear (chaps, harnesses, vests) and durable b… Gear & Wearables
N2 terms
- Nipple Clamps A common kink toy used for sensation play. They restrict blood flow and create a "pinch" that many find pleasurable. They can range from light (cloth… Gear & Wearables
- Nipple Piercings A common genital-area piercing. In kink, they are often used as anchor points for nipple clamps, weights, or bondage tape, which can heighten sensati… Fetish & Focus
P3 terms
- Paddling A form of impact play that involves spanking with a "paddle" (a flat, broad tool), as opposed to a hand, cane, or flogger. It typically creates a "th… Practices & Activities
- Puppy Play (Pup Play) A popular form of "pet play" where a partner (the "pup") adopts the headspace and mannerisms of a puppy. This often involves a "Handler," a pup hood,… Core Dynamics & Roles
- PVC A synthetic material (polyvinyl chloride) used in fetish wear. It's known for its high-gloss, "wet" look and is often used for boots, catsuits, and s… Gear & Wearables
R2 terms
- Restraints (Cuffs, etc.) A general term for any gear used for bondage. This includes metal handcuffs, leather cuffs, fuzzy cuffs, rope, bondage tape, spreader bars, and more. Gear & Wearables
- Riding Crops A type of impact toy, originally for horse riding. It consists of a handle, a stiff shaft, and a flexible "popper" at the end. It delivers a sharp, s… Gear & Wearables
S5 terms
- Shackles A type of bondage gear, often made of metal and lockable, used for wrists and ankles. They are a "heavy" form of restraint, often used with spreader… Gear & Wearables
- Socks (Fetish) A common fetish focusing on socks. This can involve the look or feel of the socks (e.g., knee-highs) or a scent component (e.g., used gym socks). Fetish & Focus
- Spandex / Lycra A type of stretchy fabric (like Lycra) used in fetish wear, wrestling singlets, or zentai suits. It's known for its tight, "second-skin" feel. Gear & Wearables
- Speculums A medical tool designed to hold open a body cavity. In kink, it's used (primarily anally for men) for "medical play," inspection scenes, or to allow… Gear & Wearables
- Spreader Bars A piece of BDSM gear, typically a rigid bar with cuffs at each end, used to hold a partner's arms or (more commonly) legs open and apart. This create… Gear & Wearables
U2 terms
- Underwear (Fetish) A fetish centered on underwear. This can be a visual attraction to the style (like jockstraps, briefs, or panties) or involve a scent component (like… Fetish & Focus
- Uniforms A fetish centered on specific uniforms, such as military, police, or work attire. It often ties into roleplay fantasies involving authority, service,… Gear & Wearables