Here we aim to list some of the most usual (and unusual) terms associated with the sex toys industry right through from A to Z If we have left your favourite sex toy term out, please email us and let us know so we can update this section and keep it fresh.

A is for

Anal and Vaginal beads
Also available are a wide variety of "beads" used for insertion into the vagina or anus, their slow removal can be very pleasurable

B is for

Butt plugs
Butt plugs are available in a range of sizes, shapes and materials, butt plugs are becoming increasingly popular as anal sex loses its notoriety and becomes "mainstream".

Baby Doll

A babydoll is a short nightgown or negligee intended as nightwear for a female. The garment is often trimmed with lace, ruffles, bows and ribbons, optionally with spaghetti straps. Sometimes it is made of sheer or translucent fabric like nylon or chiffon or silk. (Wikipedi encyclopedia)

BDSM
Being restrained, controlled or manipulated is one of the most common fantasies for men AND women. Those of a timid, shy or nervous disposition can find being "tied up" and thus surrendering control to someone else, is a great way to release themselves from their fears and really "get involved" Bondage Gear often supplements these fantasies.

BDSM Toys
The title stands for Bondage, Domination, and Sado-Masochism, and many many people indulge in it to a greater or lesser degree - many without even realising it! There is a huge and ever growing proportion of the adult community who regularly indulge, and the range of products to satisfy their tastes is truly bewildering.

Basque

A basque is women's clothing term for a tight, form-fitting bodice or coat.
In the Victorian fashion, a basque was a long, fitted jacket, or the skirts of such a jacket.
Nowadays the term basque is used for a piece of erotic lingerie, with fetishistic overtones. Basque may also refer to details reminiscent of lingerie such as frilly lace and cut out designs, its sometimes used as an accompaniment to bondage gear.

C is for

Cock Ring
These come in many designs. The Cock Ring tightly grips the base of the penis, retaining the blood which is producing its erection. A Cock Ring will not harden a flaccid penis, but will certainly help maintain an erection over a longer period. For many men the use of a cock ring enhances sexual pleasure. Cock Rings can be made of metal, rubber or leather/vinyl. Metal or solid rings can be difficult to remove in a hurry, the other designs usually have a hook-and-eye or press-stud fastening.

D is for

Domination and Submission
Being under the control of another is massively sexy for many. For others "taking control" is a turn-on. The use of blindfolds so that you "don't know what's coming next" can also heighten sexual tension and sexual gratification.

E is for

Eggs
Egg-sized and shaped vibrators with a tiny motor and an external battery box. Multi-speed, they can be inserted and left in the vagina for long periods of ecstasy. They can even be worn in the street or on the bus, if you don't mind puzzling the other passengers!

F is for

Fuck Machine
Becoming ever more popular and sophisticated. Sex machines like the topco fuck machine or Sybian sex machine allow both men and women fantastic sexual experiences whenever they want.

G is for

Gang Bang
A Gang Bang is where many men have sex with one or more women, one after each other or even at the same time.

H is for

Hosiery
Stockings or leg coverings worn by women and usually made of nylon or silk.

I is for

Impotence
The inability to get an erection. To combat this many men use sex aids like cock rings and some turn to medication like Viagra to help them perform.

J is for

Jack off or Jill off
Refers to masturabation for men and women respectively. Many women like to use sex toys like dildos and dongs whilst some men enjoy the experiences offered by using sex dolls.

K is for

Kinky
Kinky sex is usually meant to include any sexual practice that deviates from the 'norm' , quite often kinky sex includes bondage gear, sexy uniforms or role play.

L is for

Lesbian
A lesbian is a gay women who enjoys having sex with other women. There are lots of sex toys designed for women to enjoy like dildos and dongs and vibrators and some of the most famous include makes like the Doc Johnson Dildo.

M is for

Masturbation
Masturbation is the practice of giving oneself pleasure usually through using your hands but there are lots of masturbation aids available like vibrators, dildos and dongs, sex dolls, fuck machines and sex machines.

N is for

Necrophillia
Necrophilla is the practice of having sex with dead people and is often a fantasy played out in porn videos and movies that are based on on the dark side, vampires etc.

Nipple clamps
These are utilised to intensify arousal and sensitivity to erotic zones including nipples and labia. They can be gentle in use, or somewhat more "aggressive". If you don't like your partner pinching or biting your nipples, give these a miss. These are usually associated with bondage gear

O is for

Orgasm
This is what its all about. The pleasurable, climatic release of tension. In men this is usually accompanied by ejaculation.

P is for

Pelvic Balls or Pussy Balls
Probably the best know and most widely used are the Pelvic or Vaginal Balls. These are a pair of hollow balls joined together by a string and inserted into the vagina. Each ball contains a smaller metal ball-bearing which moves about as you walk or move around, causing the most pleasurable sensations.

Pumps
Recently introduced have been both male penis pumps and female vacuum pumps, sometimes with vibration. The male penis pump is used to increase the size of the penis (over time - measured in months). It is also used as an aid to getting and maintaining an erection, usually in conjunction with a cock-ring of some kind.

Pussy Pump
The female version of the vacuum pump is a two-part device. One part fits neatly over the entire vagina, then the attached vacuum pump is used to engorge and expand the Labia or outer lips - an enormous "turn-on" for many males. The result mimics the natural reaction of many (but not all) vaginas to intense sexual arousal when their outer lips swell and expand. The effect lasts for a varying time after the pump is removed

Q is for

Quickie
A quick sex session where both parties just want a fast release.

R is for

Rimming
Rimming is the practice of oral sex performed on the anus. This is usually part of BDSM practices as it is about the most intimate and open sex act.

Restraints
Restraints can vary from soft and gentle nylon ropes or silk ties through to police issue handcuffs, which much more in between. Many "handcuffs" are gentle on the restrained partner, being softly lined and made of leather or a similar material. Their use can be intensely erotic for both partners. Variations on the theme include ankle cuffs with metal "spreader bars" (use your imagination!).

S is for

Spanish Fly
Spanish fly is supposed to be an aphrodisiac potion and can be added to drinks to make your partner more sexually aroused. It is argued about the legitimacy of the spanish fly claim to be a sex aid.

T is for

Ticklers
Then there are "ticklers" or "sleeves" usually worn over the penis to enhance stimulation of the vagina or clitoris (depending on the design) during intercourse. They come with various styles of nodule. They are also available to be worn over a finger for personal masturbation.

U is for

Uniform
Sexy uniforms are often used to spice up the sex life for couples looking for a sex aid. Favourite types of sexy uniforms include sexy school uniforms Nurse uniforms, secetarys etc and these play an important fantasy role for lots of men.

V is for

Vibrator
Vibrator sex toys are a favourite with women looking solo pleasure and most men also enjoy watching or sharing a vibrator with their partner as part of sexual activities.

Viagra
Viagra is a sex aid tablet that men use to help overcome errection problems and allows them to enjoy prolonged sexual activities which most women welcome as well. Viagra is a registered trademark of Pfizer.

W is for

Whips
The choice is endless - materials ranging from leather through rope and PVC to fibre glass, and in "harshness" from very gentle to very frightening. Many whips are never used in earnest, but the mere threat, in conjunction with other forms of restraint or bandage can enormously increase sexual arousal in many people.

X is for

X Rated
This is a rating given to movies and films with explicit content and of an adult nature. Many couples enjoy sharing a video as a prelude to sex and many single people, both men and women use x rated pornography as a sexual stimulant.

Y is for

Yaoi
Yaoi is a form of Japenese animation which can often be sexually explicit but not always. That said its definately not good cartoons for the kids to be watching.

Z is for

Zoophile
A zoophile is someone who expresses an sexual intrest in animals.