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erethism

Syllabification: (er·e·thism)
Pronunciation: /ˈerəˌTHizəm/

Definition of erethism

noun

  • 1excessive sensitivity or rapid reaction to stimulation of a part of the body, especially the sexual organs.
  • 2a state of abnormal mental excitement or irritation.

Origin:

early 19th century: from French éréthisme, from Greek erethismos, from erethizein 'irritate'

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