LGBTQIA+
See: GLBTQAI etc
La Leche League
An organization founded in the nineteen fifties by several American women, all were mothers that believed that Breast Milk is the first best choice of nutrition for the babies of otherwise healthy mothers. Which, in most circumstances, is exactly true. The group fights local Blue Laws which prohibit Nursing in public even when the Breast and the baby are covered with a blanket and other intrusions into the mother / child relationship. Their efforts have succeeded in many cases and discrete Breastfeeding is now allowed in most locations as healthy and natural. Their work continues in Public Health Clinics where bottles and formula are often touted as the best option for their clients (often in programs sponsored by the formula manufacturers) and paid for by taxpayers. The name is derived from the Spanish word for milk.
However, it must also be said that the La Leche League has also conducted dialogs on the proper manner and schedule to continue to breastfeed a school age child. Which is, of course, ridiculous.
As far as is known the La Leche League in no way supports the Breastfeeding of Adults as a Sexual Fetish practice.
Labia
External Female Sexual Organ comprised of the major (outer) and minor (inner) lips. See: Lower Lips, Vulva, Clitoris. Also see: Female Genital Mutilation, Vajazzling. Slang terms include Pussy, Beaver, Coin Slot, and about ninety-three more (just in English!).
Lactation
The production of milk in the female breast or other milk gland, such as an udder. The primary purpose of the process is the feeding of infants. However, given the obsession of some men, and women too for that matter, with all things Breast and Nipple, it has become the subject of Fetishism with its own following in the Adult Industry. See: Breast, Nipple, Pregnancy, La Leche League.
Ladies Man
Usually the more positive of the range of terms for a man who is quite charming and flattering and popular with women. May imply Promiscuity which may not necessarily be true. See: Womanizer, Casanova, Loverboy, Rat Pack, Debonair, and related.
Ladies Night, Lady's Night
Marketing ploy to get women into businesses such as bars and nightclubs where they will be the beneficiary of lower priced drinks or entrees and receive other benefits, often with little or no cover charge. Occasionally the promotion is used to attract more men to a location as they will be hoping there will be a large number of otherwise unattached women there that night. Said practice is Sexist, but is allowed under Political Correctness because it is favorable to Women. Any sort of special pricing or party for men is instantly derided as hateful and canceled before it's even on the schedule. For "Ladies Night Out" see "Girls Night Out".
Lady, (a) Lady, a Proper Lady, etc
An Adult woman, most often a mature Married Woman. Usually refers to a woman who carries herself with dignity, class, self respect, and confidence. One whom at least appears to be a pillar of Virtue and Modesty. Also see Demure. Compare: Brazen, Sassy.
A adult female member of the aristocratic classes of Europe, especially the United Kingdom. Such as 'the Lord and Lady Smith'. A Courtesan, also a Dame (see said terms).
See: Woman, M.I.L.F., Cougar, Hot Mom, Lady Chatterley's Lover, Lady Godiva, and so on. For more see: "Drop Her Hanky", Petyon Place, "I'm a Lady".
"I like my clothes to be tight enough to show I'm a woman, but loose enough to show I'm a lady."
Mae West (1893 - 1980)
Lady Chatterley's Lover
Probably the most underlined and otherwise highlighted mass publication book in history, D.H. Lawrence's final major novel is also his most famous, and most notorious.
The plot revolves around an upper class woman who takes a lower class, and younger, Paramour. The sex in the book is frequent and quite explicit, especially for 1928, which caused it to not be released in Lawrence's own home country until 1960 and then it was the subject of one of the most celebrated Obscenity trials in British history based on the numerous uses of the word Fuck and the extensive sex scenes.
In fact, there were more serious objections to the portrayal of the lady's attitude and thoughts about her own sexuality and her sex life with her lovers than there was about Lawrence's seemingly obsession with working "the F word" in as often as possible. That, and many objected to the author's own somewhat ambiguous Sexuality as rumors still persist that he was a Closet Homosexual in spite of being married and traveling with his wife.
See: Obscenity, Sexuality, Fuck, Paramour, Adultery, Provocative, "Jouisseuse", Erotica, Boudoir Book, and so on. Compare: "I know it when I see it." reference to Les Amants.
"Yes, I do believe in something. I believe in being warmhearted. I believe especially in being warm-hearted in love, in fucking with a warm heart. I believe if men could fuck with warm hearts, and the women take it warm-heartedly, everything would come all right. It's all this cold-hearted fucking that is death and idiocy."
"But you don't fuck me cold-heartedly," she protested.
Mellors conversation with Connie Reid (Chatterley), Chapter 14, Lady Chatterley's Lover by D.H. Lawrence, published 1928 (now available online in its entirety)
Lady Godiva
The Lady, or by some accounts Countess, Godiva of Mercia, near Coventry, England (dates vary widely, approximately 990 - 1070) was the wife of Leofric, Earl of Mercia who protested her husband's oppressive taxes by riding naked, or in an undershirt, or without her jewelry, through the town (or the entire county, the legends vary as widely as the dates and her actual title) after ordering the population to stay inside and close their shutters. Compare: Streaking. Also see: Nudity and related.
According to the various legends, she either rode alone, or with two armored knights, and either completely nude, or wearing a religious robe as a penitent. When you get to the bottom of it, other than the fact that there Was an historic Lady by that name, demonstrated by land records, there is no other historic evidence of her ride at all. It may all be part of the mythos of the British Isles.
But part of the legend, albeit that it was added sometime later, is the tailor that couldn't resist temptation and actually cut a hole in his shutter to see her. See: Peeping Tom for more and a quote from the Tennyson poem. Also see: Voyeur.
Lady of the Evening
Polite term for a Prostitute or a Call Girl, which see. No relationship to "a Lady" or a Courtesan, which see. The implication is that the 'lady' is a type of "One Night Stand", which also see. The 'evening' part of the equation implies that she 'works at night', which is when many Streetwalkers ply their trade. Which see as well.... puns intended.
Ladyboy, Lady-boy, Lady Boy
All three spellings have been seen 'in the wild', in one case, two were used interchangably in the same article. All mean the same thing depending on usage as follow. (see all highlighted terms for more)
In many cases: an Effeminate Homosexual Male. See: Rae Rae. Compare: Twink.
In some cases: An individual with Sexual Characteristics of both Male and Female, either by nature (born that way) or through Sex Change Surgery. Most usually in our current context, they are Transsexuals, which see. Also see: Two Spirit People, Third Sex, Transgendered, Intersex, and so on.
Also, Pornography dedicated to them or of interest to those that like that sort of entertainment. Also see: Transsexual, Hermaphrodite, Androgyny, Tranny Surprise, and related.
Ladyparts, Lady Parts
Primary, and occasionally the Secondary Sexual Characteristics of the Adult Female. Those being the Vulva and Labia, and the Breasts, especially when depicted in Softcore Porn or ads for V-Steaming. See said terms. All puns delivered at no additional charge.
Lap
Generally, the tops of the thighs closest to the torso when seated. Such as where a child would sit to tell a shopping mall 'Santa' what they want for Christmas. For another use, see: Lap Dance.
"I've been in more laps than a napkin." - Mae West (1893-1980)
Lap Dancer, Lap Dance
Exotic performer who simulates the Sex Act by 'dancing' in, or over, the 'Lap' (which see) of seated audience members, sometimes with little or no contact, and most certainly, no direct sexual contact, and often not even completely Naked (see: G-string). Most usually females performing for males, however, there are many troupes of male dancers who do basically the same thing for female audiences, often in locations where Blue Laws will not allow women dancers. See: Dry Humping, Frotting, as well as Exotic Dancer, Teasing, Terpsichorean Ecdysiast, Sex Worker.
(Rumor has it that certain European locations, especially those preferred by those involved in the UN Climate Summit Talks, allow the dancers to be totally Nude and to allow, and even encourage, full Sexual Contact up to and including, Fucking, between the dancers and their clients... for a price. See: Prostitution.)
Latrine
A field Toilet, which see with related quote. May refer to Scat and related ideas, which also see. Can involve aspects of Voyeurism, which see as well.
"Lay (Lie) Back And Think Of England"
Advice oft repeated as a way of dealing with an unpleasant experience, whether one is in the Kingdom or not. The equivalent is to tell somebody to 'go to their happy place' during an event such as dental work. The idea has even been offered, to much fiery criticism as a way to survive an Initiation that may involve Sexual Assault or Rape.
The attribution of this phrase to the Lady Hillingdon (as mentioned in the 'free online encyclopedia') is most likely an urban legend as her husband had retired from banking due to ill health in about 1907, five years before the supposed 1912 journal entry (which has never been available to the public), which is said to have read:
"When I hear his steps outside my door I lie down on my bed, open my legs and think of England."
It is also supposed to have been repeated as a matter of Wifely Duty to Brides including various princesses (to produce heirs to the throne). This too cannot be stated with any certainty.
However, it does speak to the general attitude most Victorian women are thought to have had about Sex including the Marian Doctrine (which also see). Fortunately, this is changing and women are now allowed, and even expected to, enjoy Sex, in spite of the advice of some sourpuss OB-GYN's who write blogs.
See related topics including: Making Love, Conjugal Right, Unconsummated Marriage, Marital Relations, "Advice to the Young Bride" as well as the assorted highlighted topics.
"LDR", Long Distance Relationship
Another abbreviation / acronym that means various things, but we'll skip going through them and focus on the only one that means anything to this Glossary as below. See: the extensive list at "DH" for more.
The ultimate in 'long distance relationships' at one time was the Jet Set "bicoastal" marriages where one spouse would be some sort of big wheel in New York and the other would have a power job or be a Celebrity in Los Angeles, and they would fly to one or the other coast, or meet in Chicago and Fuck once in awhile. See: Unconsummated Marriage for another example.
That has since been replaced by the Internet version where people may not even be in the same hemisphere, such as with Online Dating or its precursor- the Mail Order Bride, and indeed, may not be what the other person thinks they are at all, as in, they may be having an ongoing Hot Chat with somebody whom they think is a Hard Body only to find out they are a "half-crippled half-drunk overweight old ex-sportswriter" (right dok? jd). See: Fantasy and other highlighted terms.
Added to the Glossary by Reader Suggestion (all except the sportswriter bit)
Lecher, Lechery
All but obsolete word for an older man who behaves, looks, and acts with obvious lust at usually much younger women, or women in general. All but synonymous with Pervert. See: Dirty Old Man, Libertine, Philanderer- reference to President Clinton.
Legs, Leg, Leggy, "Leg Man", Etc.
In general within our functional boundary (as we are not talking about what holds up a table), the lower human extremities from the hip to the ankle, including the thigh, knee and calf. Also, the section of an article of clothing intended to cover said body part, such a pair of slacks or the uppers of boots (see: "Fuck Me Boots").
A woman who is described as 'leggy' is one whom is usually taller than average and whom uses her height to emphasize the length and shape of her legs. The 'man' variable is one whom is unusually attracted to said area of a Woman. See: Partialism for more. Also coming into play here is the idea of Sexy Shoes that highlight said woman's legs, as well bring into play the idea of our 'man' having a Foot Fetish. Also see those terms. For something else so related, see: "Spread Your Legs".
All of the above (except the very last sentence) were used to good effect in a video so titled by ZZ Top from their 1983 Eliminator album. It is worth the effort to do a search and watch all three of the 'fantasy comes true' short subject films (with Gimme all your lovin' and Sharp Dressed Man being the other two) for the "Eliminator Girls" (and the car) if no other reason. See: Pearl Necklace and Tush for quotes from the band, a short quote from the song mentioned above just won't do it, go watch the video!
Lesbian, Lesbianism
From the name of Lesbos Island in Greece, see Sappho, Tribadism.
Exclusively refers to female Homosexual activity. Also material of interest to them. In mass media women may be Bisexual without being thought of as Lesbians whereas Bi men are usually defined as being Homosexual or Gay. Women with very Feminine traits, who are exceptionally pretty, or who enjoy being Submissive may be considered a Lipstick Lesbian, which see. More Masculine women may adopt a 'male' or Dom role as a Butch or Dyke which are often used as a negative term.
Lesbianism is, contrary to some who claim to know, mentioned in the Bible, especially in Genesis 34:1 "Now Dinah, the daughter Leah had borne to Jacob, went out to visit the women of the land." where in some translations her action is regarded as Fornication with other women, which would require her to have had Sex with them.
Lesbian Escorts
Service offered to Women who are seeking a companion for an event or other occassion which she does not wish to attend alone or with a Male. Also, service for women who are either Homosexual or perhaps Bi-Curious (see said terms) or who otherwise wish to have Sex with another woman without the Romantic entanglements of a Relationship. Also see: GFE, Gay For Pay, and related ideas.
Lesbian Rape
Forced Homosexual activity against an otherwise Straight or perhaps even Celibate woman by another who may be a Sexual Predator in a situation such as a Convent or Sorority. See: Dovefucking.
Lewd Behavior, Public Lewdness
Legal terms that are somewhat dated but most usually includes Indecent activity, Nudity, Sexual Misconduct and other Immoral and/or perhaps even illegal activity. May also include acts like public Urination, extreme Public Displays of Affection besides just Public Sex Acts, and so on. See: ASBO (Anti-Social Behavior Order), Public Nuisance, and other highlighted and related terms.
Lez, Lezzie, etc.
Slang terms for a Lesbian woman or works of interest to them.
LGBT (etc)
See: GLBTQAI+
Liberal, Liberalism
Multiple uses. But we'll start here: The definition of a "political liberal" is a moving target and subjective at best. What one person would think is a liberal stand, somebody else would call socialist, progressive or some other exclusionary label. So for this Glossary, we shall ignore politics and Politicians (which see) and move on.
More to our point here, the term also covers a more open attitude and general view about Sexuality and related behaviors and is generally more accepting of Alternative Sexuality than those regarded as more conservative or religious, however, that is not always the case, especially with those who are activists behind various causes. See: Social Engineer, Piety, Congress, Man Bashing, "Fuck For Forest", Woke, and related.
"A liberal is someone who feels a great debt to his fellow man; a debt he proposes to pay off with your money." - G Gordon Liddy (1930 - 2021)
Libertine
Nearly obsolete term from French for a promiscuous man with little or no conscious or moral restrictions. Seldom used with women. The word usually did not have the negative connotations with men as the term Slut would with women. See: Rake, Hellfire Club, Hedonist, Sexual Prowess, "Jouisseuse", Sexually Liberated, Sybaritic, "Wine, Women, and Song", Sowing Wild Oats, and other references. Compare: Ascetic, Temperance. Also see: "Fuck For Forest".
Term also has other uses, however they all fall in line more or less with the idea that said man is a 'free soul', whether that be intellectually, politically, or sexually.
Libido
Instinctual desire and even need to engage in Mating, partially as a function of the hormone Testosterone in both men and women, and partially as what it means to be human, also called the Sex Drive (which see). There is nothing wrong with a healthy interest in sex in both men and women. Problems arise in both when that interest becomes an Obsession to the point of interfering with normal daily activities.
There are normal differences between the desire for sex between men and women, and even between otherwise healthy individuals of the same age of both sexes. Also, such interest does seem to run in normal cycles with peaks and valleys. As well as depending on other outside factors such as stress, illness, overall mood, and even such intangibles as religious ideology (such as the Marian Doctrine, which see). The idea that it can be increased through the use of Aphrodisiacs is mostly a myth.
Contrary to myth, being married or having children does not destroy forever the sex drive of women. However, certain hormonal changes during the early days of motherhood do inhibit said drive to ensure that all of her attention is paid to the newborn. Later as her levels return to normal, the desire for sex should return, if it does not, she may need medical intervention as this can be a symptom of Post Partum Depression (which see).
Lie, Liar, Lying
"I wasn't kissing her, I was whispering in her mouth." - Chico Marx
An untruth. One who speaks said untruth, such as a Congressman (which see). The act thereof. The untruth may also be written, or a deceptive image, for example, see the latest fast food ad touting a 'delicious' mass produced sandwich. Which brings us to the related term- Crap. For the "horizontal" use of the word, see: Lie With.
More to our point here: One would think that Lovers would not tell each other something that wasn't true. However, such is not the case, and in fact, one's Significant Other may be the person one tells the most lies to. Often with good reason, such as when a woman asks her husband if she 'looks fat'. A "Little White Lie" is still a lie. Another lie is when a woman "fakes it" in bed. See major reference at: Faking Orgasm. See other examples at Bonding, Little White Lie, Pick Up Line. Other types of lie can be seen at Airbrush, and Padded Bra.
Lying under oath is a separate topic usually referred to as Perjury (which see), which is a Felony unless one is a Congressman.
It is far more difficult to lie with one's Body Language or other Nonverbal Communication (see both) than it is to do so with words. Which is why Politicians often give speeches standing behind a podium instead of out in the open.
Editorial note: to tell an untruth is to tell a 'lie'. The caustic material used in manufacturing industrial cleansers is 'lye'.
"Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?"
- Chico Marx (1887 - 1961)
Lie With, Lay With, Lie Carnally/Down With, (and variations)
Euphemism used in the King James, as well as other 'traditional translations', for "Have Sex With." A notable passage is below:
"Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.
Neither shalt thou lie with any beast to defile thyself therewith: neither shall any woman stand before a beast to lie down thereto: it is confusion."
- Leviticus 18 : 22, 23 (KJV)
"Life of the Party"
A person or persons who, sometimes by their very presence, turn an otherwise dull or boring occasion into something interesting or entertaining. The term is neutral in and of itself, however, its usage can either be positive or negative depending on the tone and circumstance of use. A negative use would be to refer to said person as such because they are an Attention Whore (which see). The traditional opposite would be 'wallflower'. The term is referenced here under topics such as Playboy, Ascetic, Debonair, and Drunk.
Life Partner
Politically Correct (therefore essentially meaningless) phrase meaning the Adults who are in a long-term Monogamous Relationship with each other. When it is used in the media it is almost always indicative of a Homosexual relationship without being specific as to the Sex of those involved. See: Lifestyle, Marriage, and highlighted terms.
Lifestyle, Lifestyle Choice
To a sociologist the term means the overall way one chooses to live, including employment, where one lives, pets, hobbies, and even whether or not one smokes cigarettes. Academic classifications can become so granular as to include the person's preference of breakfast beverage (coffee, tea, sodapop, scotch, etc), or so general as to be meaningless to the larger world. To advertisers the idea is to identify the demographics of their target audience based on various factors of those choices so they can sell them the things they would be interested in, such as breakfast beverages, cigarettes, and other items. For this sort of use, see: Jet Set.
More to our present discussion, and what most activists think of when they use the word, it is solely and particularly their choice of Sexual Partners, especially those who are Homosexual. To the Woke members of the Alternative Lifestyle and/or the G.L.B.T. crowd, there's are the only 'lifestyles' that count. Be assured, Monogamous Straights, as well as those who are Swingers (or Polygamists) have other ideas. The concept of the larger term even includes whether or not a person is Religious besides who they Sleep With. See highlighted terms.
Light Meat, White Meat
In this context, instead of the cooking of poultry, a white or other light skinned person in a sexual encounter, especially in a Sex Act with one who is darker. See: Dark Meat for in depth discussion. Also see: Interracial and Biracial.
Linda Lovelace
One of the most infamous (?famous?) female Adult Actresses of all time due to her role in the Sex Comedy style Adult Film Deep Throat from 1972, directed by Gerard Damiano. The movie was such a hit that for several years afterwards, T-shirts were available with the slogan "I gagged Linda" on them. See: Deep Throat, Sex Comedy, Harry Reems.
Lovelace (1949 - 2002) was born Linda Susan Boreman in the Bronx. Before her exposure (pun intended) in Deep Throat Lovelace had made various silent 8mm films with titles like Piss Orgy as well as other Fetish and Hardcore shorts. Most of these were un-credited poor quality efforts made in backroom type studios. However, it is known for certain that she did appear in a Bestiality film with a German Shepherd, although she later claimed that she was forced into the act. There are now eight of the shorts that are attributed to her with others in dispute.
After a mid-seventies Softcore effort, and some personal appearances trading on her "Throat" notoriety, Ms Lovelace is not known to have made any other Adult Films.
She died due to complications from injuries sustained in a traffic accident not long after her autobiography was released.
Lingam
Term used for the Penis in Hindu and Buddhist works such as the Kama Sutra and by the mad monk Drukpa Kunley (1455 - 1529), who named his the "Thunderbolt of Flaming Wisdom". See said terms.
Linger, Lingering, Lingered
Favorite movie rating term describing sexual innuendo where, usually a man, allows his hand or sometimes his lips, to remain in contact with part of a woman's body that implies further Sexual Activity, hopefully with mutual Consent, but not always. During the days when the Hays Code was aggressively enforced by the MPAA (which see) to make sure no unmarried couple even had a conversation in a bedroom and that no toilet was ever seen on screen (no, we're not kidding), a hand 'lingering' on a hip during a kiss, which, incidentally could NOT last any longer than three seconds (again, we're not kidding), was enough to have the film sent back to the editing room to have his hand removed.
The term is also used in situations like Mixers and other social setting by Chaperons, often with Minors, to prevent Sexual Activity during, and after, the event. See highlighted terms.
Lingerie, Lingerie Model
Women's underwear or nightclothes where the idea is to be Sexy and Feminine, with softness and even Sensuality the focus instead of practicality. Most of these garments are designed to make the woman feel and look Sensuous and perhaps Sexy. Includes Nighties, Panties, Brassieres, and even garters and hose. Early Corsets were designed in part to enhance the attractiveness of the woman's figure. See: related entries. Also see: Bikini, Swimsuit, Trousseau, Shift, Garter and Hose.
One whom Models said type of clothing for photographers or on the runway at a fashion show. See: Supermodel, T&A, Softcore, and related.
Lip Lock
Two known mainstream uses. One involves a somewhat brutal "professional wrestling hold" in which one grabs the lips and face of one's opponent tightly in one of several grips both from the back and side to control and possibly pin them. Doing so risks permanent injury to the victim, as well as getting the one doing the grabbing bitten.
More to our present effort, it involves a somewhat more intimate 'hold' which is a long, tight, intense Kiss (which see), may be with an open mouth and even deep kissing as well. This may be the type of activity Chico Marx was referring to in his quote cited at Lie (which see). Also see: French Kiss, Passion, Romance.
Lipstick Lesbian
Term used in popular media for Lesbian and Bi-Sexual women who overtly display almost stereotypically Feminine traits. Especially those who are quite pretty and Sexually Attractive to both men and women. The term has more to do with the overall femininity of the women than their choice of cosmetics, although the women depicted as such usually wear far too much makeup for most people's taste. Usually the models involved are Statuesque, wear Sexy Shoes as well as very frilly Lingerie, have their hair, nails, and makeup done to an almost theatrical level, and may spend more time posing than they do engaging in Sexual Activity. Some almost appear to be a Drag Queen even though they are actually female. Compare: term to Butch, Dyke and others. Also see: Masculine, Macho, Bear, Twink, and related.
The term is used extensively in online porn aimed at both Straights and Lesbians.
Little Black Book
Almost mythical item of enormous importance to both a young man as well as the plots of several movies and TV shows dating from the 1950's when discussing the Sexuality of teens and young Adults. Truth be told, very few young men had such an item, and if they did, it soon fell by the wayside. The hand written information supposedly entered in the book, often in some mysterious code, included the names of 'agreeable' young women, and often a scoring system based on the various charms or skills of said woman, including which Base he got to with her. A quote from a famous TV character well known for his book follows this entry.
Women are known to have had similar information written in their Diaries or journals, sometimes with similar Ratings for various aspects considered important to the individual woman, often including socio-economic factors as well as physical or romantic attributes.
See: Locker Room Talk, Diary, Ratings, and other highlighted terms.
"Cool is knowing the difference between right and wrong and doing what is right with guts."
- The Fonz (from Happy Days, as created and produced by Garry Marshall, ABC Television, 1974-1984)
Little Egypt
Stage named used by any number of dancers throughout the golden years of Burlesque and Vaudeville. The most famous appearances involved a World's Fair in Chicago, and a stint on Broadway, but those were two different women using the name. And, as far as can be told this far out, there were many other dancers using the same stage name who have since been forgotten.
The Burlesque Dancer 'Fatima' who was Farida Spyropoulos, working as "Little Egypt", stopped the show with her Belly Dancing (using the descriptive terms 'Shimmy and Shake' and even 'Hoochee-Coochee', see both) at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair (the Columbian Exhibition), authorities even petitioned to have the theater she appeared in closed, but her impact had already been felt. It was a different "Little Egypt", this one being Ashea Wabe, who appeared in New York and became the subject of a series of famous photographs of her dancing. Since then the name has become synonymous with both Belly Dancing and Strip Tease, see more at both entries.
"Little Guy"
Demeaning term used in mass media to denote a man of slight build, low rank, or is unimportant in some other way (such as Herb on "WKRP"). However using the term "little woman" is Misogynistic.
Demeaning term used in commercials by mothers of young boys to make them into almost a pet, deny their masculinity, and raise them to be Gay. However, using the term "little girl" hurts the young lady's self esteem and shan't be done.
Demeaning term used by women in asinine movies such as "Deck the Halls" to humiliate a man when referring to his Penis. However any such use in relation to a Vagina is Sexist and possible cause for a Sexual Harassment lawsuit. See: "Who's your daddy?" for more and link.
Little White Lie
A minor untruth which is usually known to be as such to all parties involved, yet which is repeated and accepted by them as... ... well, the cost to honor of maintaining the peace.
The best example is recounted at "Lie", which see.
Live Action Role Playing Game
A diversion where people assume a character in a make-believe setting and act as such. May involve Fantasy or Fetish roles and appropriate props and costumes. See more at: Role Playing Game. The 'adult' side of the idea may even include having Sex with others in the game.
Live In, Living Together
Most usually a long term Monogamous or Open Relationship where the two parties are Physically Intimate (Fucking) as if they were Married. Term says nothing about the sexes of the involved parties. Also see: Shack Up.
Live Sex Cam / Chat / etc
Internet based streaming service where performers engage in various Sex Acts usually for 'tips' or 'tokens' purchased from the host and then bestowed on them. Many such actors encourage their viewers to purchase tickeets for private shows where the actor then 'goes all the way' for the camera. The hosting service pays for the site and bandwidth used by taking a percentage of the purchase price, in some cases up to half of the cost of their 'token'. Each individual 'chatroom' can have up to several thousand viewers, or as few as a handful. See related topics for more.
In many cases the actors and models so involved are billed as being 'real people', in many cases, they are something else, such as professional Sex Workers. And in a few cases, said live acts have been shown to be taped.
Live Sex Show, Live Sex Acts
The ultimate evolution of the combination of the interests of the Exhibitionist and the Voyeur.
In a few select locations in the US and Canada, as well as in other locations such as in the Netherlands, several cities in Asia, Brazil, and elsewhere, Adult Actors are employed to engage in various Sex Acts on stage, before a live audience, or perhaps live video feed cameras (see: Live Sex Cam), and to do so through its logical conclusion. These shows involve everything from solo shows involving one Sex Performer who will Masturbate using either their hand or various Sex Toys, a couple who will perform with each other, and even groups of three or more. The combinations involve both Sexes, however, more Women are usually featured than men with Lesbian encounters almost outnumbering the Heterosexual ones at some venues, although the number of Gay shows involving only men are increasing as are the number of such clubs.
Besides the obvious legal and health issues related to such an endeavor, Performance Anxiety is one of the major problems reported by those who do the acts for fun and profit. It also requires a great deal of Staying Power from all involved because in many cases, the shows are free to view, with a cover charge and drink minimum, so the longer they last, the longer it lasts, and the more booze that will be sold. Also, the entire thing is "Sex for the camera" (which see) so it isn't as much fun as it would be otherwise.
Locker Room Talk
For this Glossary we will not discuss a coach outlining a defensive play on a chalkboard. See: Girl Talk, Bases, Dick Stories, Penis Size Indicator Myths, Bullshit, and related topics.
Lolita
The traditional definition is a sexually precocious teenage girl or very young woman. Also the word is the title to a 1955 novel by Vladimir Nabokov (see reference in song below). The book was subsequently made into a motion picture in the sixties by Stanley Kubrick, then remade in the 1990's. Although the main character in the novel and the movies was named 'Dolores', it was her role as 'Lolita' which made the term notorious for said behavior. See: Girl, Teenager, and similar.
Several spectacular legal cases a few years ago brought the term to the forefront of the public imagination and TV talk show Titillation on the subject became something of the mainstay of the genre.
A range of female Porn Stars traded on the notoriety of the term for several years using their age and youthful appearance as a draw. Most notable was Anna (Anuschka) Marek (born 1974) who appeared in her first Hardcore movies and photo shoots when she was barely 18 and put "Color Climax" of Denmark on the map. Most notorious was Traci Lords (born 1968) who was under age when she starred in several Adult Films, see Harry Reems, Ron Jeremy. Other young women used variations of the word 'Lolita' in clear reference to their appearing to be younger than they were, or were supposed to be, see "Tiny Tove" for another example.
As the source for the term itself implies an Adult Having Sex with a Child, the girl in the book was twelve years old, no further information on the term will be entered in this Glossary. See: Pedophilia.
"...Loose talk in the classroom
To hurt they try and try
Strong words in the staffroom
The accusations fly
Its no use, he sees her
He starts to shake and cough
Just like the old man in
That book by Nabakov
Don't stand, don't stand so
Don't stand so close to me."
- The Police, Don't Stand So Close To Me, lyrics by Sting, Album: Zenyatta Mondatta, A&M records, released 1980
Lonely, Lonely Hearts Club
Traditionally, one whom is 'lonely' desires human companionship, which is not available for whatever reason. However, a person can be 'alone' without experiencing the Emotional sensation of being 'lonely'. In fact, some people prefer to be alone instead of being in Social settings. It is also worth noting that some people can feel this way, even when in a crowd, such a 'feeling' is a known symptom of depression.
More in line with our current context, one whom is 'lonely' is looking for something more Intimate than a conversational companion, namely, Sex. The proverbial 'lonely hearts club', as referenced as the title of the Beatles landmark album is a social circle of people who are supposedly looking for nothing else than conversation, and perhaps a few hands of gin rummy. Although, most of the time, those in said 'club' were looking for diversions a bit more, shall we say, "Physical" (which see). See: Attention, Mail Order Bride, LDR, Starved for Romance, Social Networking, Online Dating, and related.
"But I got an emptiness deep inside
And I've tried but it won't let me go
And I'm not a man who likes to swear
But I've never cared for the sound of being alone"
chorus"I am, I said
To no one there
And no one heard at all
Not even the chair
I am, I cried
I am, said I
And I am lost, and I can't even say why"
- I am... I said, Song by Neil Diamond, Single released 1971, Label: Uni / Prophet Music Inc.
Long Distance Relationship (or Romance)
See the online chat abbreviation LDR as well as related topics such as Unconnsummated Marriage and Online Dating.
Looker
In general terms, a "looker" is an attractive woman. Using said term to describe a Heterosexual Male is a known cause of the Fantods.
Loose, Loose Woman
Term for Promiscuity usually applied to a woman who is "Indiscrete with her affections to the extreme" (from Dok's a Tale of Two Dorms). Such terms are usually considered derogatory as with the term Slut. See: Cheap, "Jouisseuse", and related. The male version would be Libertine or Rake. Also see: "Playing Fast and Loose...", "Wine, Women, and Song"
Love: Pure, Agape
Almost impossible to define otherwise, but, here goes: A deep, profound, unwavering, unconditional, sense of devotion, servitude, respect, and caring for another, while expecting NOTHING in return. The only emotion said to exist in Eternity (which see). When speaking of humans, it is the emotional attachment for a child by a normal healthy parent. When speaking of GOD, it's the same. See: Agape, "Four Stages....", Soul Mate, Love: Romantic, etc.
"If you are silent, be silent out of love. If you speak, speak out of love."
- Saint Augustine (354 - 430)
Love: Romantic
Emotion of attachment and devotion, usually considered one of the most powerful of the basic emotions. Actions taken on said emotion. See: Four Words for Love, Passion, Falling In Love, Desire, and related. Also see: "I love you", "Hugs and Kisses", Heart "<3".
Emotion and related ideas which may or may not be involved between persons engaging in the Sex Act. In the world of erotic novels for women or movies for couples, the emotional connection between the parties on the screen may be emphasized almost beyond the realm of believability.
The romantic aspects of the sex act are often either overlooked (most mainstream Porn) or focused on to the level of absurdity (as in Formula Romance Novels and Soap Operas). Seldom is a realistic balance between the two found in most mass media. See: Lady Chatterley's Lover for related quote.
"Once in his life, every man is entitled to fall madly in love with a gorgeous redhead."
- Lucille Ball (1911 - 1989)
Love At First Sight
Phenomena documented to occur in men and women where they catch a glimpse of someone and instantly fall totally in love with them and then endlessly Court them until the relationship is Consummated or they die of a Broken Heart. It does happen. However, it also happens that people see somebody, experience the same surge of Emotion, and never act on it for whatever reason, and their lives are just fine. See: Love, Emotion, Courting, First Date, Lust, Falling In Love, Lust, Soul Mate, and other related terms.
Love Birds, Lovebirds
Any bird of the various species under the genus Agapornis. Most common are the domestic pets with green bodies and strikingly bright red feathers on their heads.
Term used to describe people, usually Newlyweds or other romantically linked couple, of any Sexual Preference, who behave like the birds so named. Namely, being openly affectionate with each other with Hugs and Kisses (which see) and often nearly inseparable. This is also often seen during Courtship and Dating whether or not the couple so involved is Fucking. See: P.D.A., Valentine, Flirting, Romance, Soul Mate.
Love Bite
A practice whereby one, in the throes of passion during the Sex Act causes an injury to the other party with their Mouth and teeth. Sometimes requiring stitches or other medical intervention. See: Odaxelagnia. This is different from a Hickey as those usually don't require bandages.
Love Child
Illegitimate child born to a Heterosexual couple who are Lovers, but have no intention of marrying, or a child born to a single woman who may or may not know who the father is, or who has even used a Sperm Bank. Term became popular to describe the spawn of Celebrities in the late Sixties and early Seventies. It is now seen as a somewhat degrading term as it is associated with acts of total irresponsibility. Most recently seen in stories involving prominent Democrats Jesse Jackson and John Edwards. See: Illegitimate Child, Birth Control, Playboy, Casanova, and related.
Love Interest
Usually regarded as someone with whom one has both an Emotional attachment to as well as an Intimate physical relationship (Sex). Term implies more of a mutual long term commitment than is represented when one says Casual Sex. Used a lot in entertainment media when discussing the various affairs of Celebrities. See: Affair, Passion, Retroactive Jealousy, and related terms.
Love Life
Thinly veiled reference to Sex Life, seen in things like toothpaste ads in the form of a question, "How's your...." implying that if you used their product yours would be better. See: Sex Life, Sex Appeal.
Love Making
Specifically used to describe Heterosexual Genital Intercourse, AKA- Fucking. Synonymous with Making Love. Often used to describe Physical Intimacy between those who are Romantically involved with each other as versus "Sex For The Camera". See highlighted terms.
Love Swing®
Registered trademark for adult swing designed specifically for exciting Sexual Encounters as well as the comfort of the one in the swing. Allows easy and unrestricted access to the Erogenous Zones for Oral Sex and other activity. It and its clones are available online. See: Pleasure Swing.
Loved One, Loved Ones
Generic term used to describe ones immediate family, next of kin, blood relatives, spouse, children, close friends, and so on. Often used in news articles, obituaries, and press releases as a blanket all inclusive statement without being more specific.
Lover, Lovers
Person with whom one "Makes Love", which see. The plural refers to both involved parties. For the lover of a woman see Paramour.
Loverboy, Lover Boy
Canadian rock band out of Calgary formed in the 1980s. Their hits include Lovin' Every Minute Of It and the anthem Working for the Weekend. The band has reformed after a hiatus and continues to tour to good reviews.
The term is also the name of a totally worthless 1989 movie about a college dropout that becomes a Gigolo (which see), as well as a couple of other later movies which were also more or less equally worthless.
Euro-slang term for a Pimp who ensnares young women in a web of Lies and possibly even drug addiction which results in their being forced into Prostitution and even Sexual Slavery (see highlighted terms).
The most common usage is as a Pet Name or Diminutive for a Paramour. Can also be used as a mild insult to a man who becomes 'mushy' around his Better Half or any other women, as in a Ladies Man. See said terms.
"Sylvia?"
"Yes, Mickey?"
"I want to know,
how do you call your lover boy?"
"I say, come here, lover boy."
"And if he doesn't answer?"
"Come here! Lover boy!"
"And if he still doesn't answer?"
"Well, I simply say,
"Baby, oh baby, my sweet baby, you're the one."
both "Baby, oh baby, my sweet baby, you're the one...."
- Love is Strange Written by Baker, Vanderpool, and Smith. Single released by Mickey & Sylvia, 1956. Groove records.
(...and since covered by damned near everybody else)
Lovesick, Love Sick
Usually invoked for the intense, almost overwhelming emotional tide felt at either the very beginning of a romance, or at its end. Can result in irrational behavior, physical illness, lack of concentration, senseless babbling, and every imaginable combination thereof.
See: Heartache for Latin phrase. Also see: Crush, and related terms throughout this Glossary.
Lower Lips
Informal term for the external Female Sexual Organ the Labia Major and Minor, the larger and smaller Vaginal lips. AKA- Pussy Lips (which see). The outer lips are often pierced for the insertion of jewelry. The shape, texture, size, spread, and other factors of the lips are different from woman to woman, thus negating the statement "If you've seen one you've seen them all". The external lips are removed during the barbaric practice of 'cutting' which is more accurately called Female Genital Mutilation in many Afrikan and Muslim countries. See: Female Genital Mutilation. Also see: Vulva, Pussy, Labia, V-Steam, and etc.
Lube, Lubrication, Sex Lube, Personal Lubricant, etc.
Commercially or privately produced substances used to ease Penetration, reduce discomfort from friction, provide desensitization or spermicidal properties, and so on. May be made from natural substances such as glycerin or man-made ingredients.
The use of artificial substances to ease Penetration during sex may not be romantic, but it is often necessary to avoid a 'Pain In The Ass' (which see) and possible injury to either or both parties. For normal Heterosexual Vaginal Intercourse, the healthy Vagina produces sufficient natural lube for said Penetration. During a prolonged encounter even a otherwise healthy woman's Vagina may run out of natural lubricant resulting in extreme discomfort for her and her partner. For Anal Intercourse with either a natural or simulated male organ, lube is absolutely required, and saliva, while slick and sexy, is not enough and will not last long once the friction begins.
In Most Cases substances like hand lotion, liquid soap, baby oil, and even petroleum jelly are NOT adequate lubrication for Anal penetration and also should not be used for Vaginal lubrication. Only water soluble lubricants, such as the famous glycerin based 'KY®' and 'Astroglide®' (which is unbelievably slippery) should be used. Some 'personal lubricants' contain Desensitizing substances like benzocaine, such as "Anal Easy" (under various trade names) which are available online. See: Desensitizing Cream. For the Female production of it, see: Vaginal Tenting.
Lurid, Lurid Material
Nearly obsolete terms for content, either printed or electronic, textual or image which is usually deemed offensive or shocking to the general populace, often of a newsworthy nature or that have some documentary or educational value. Includes both images of violence, explicit drug use, and other non-sexual content. Such a description is entirely subjective. See: Ratings, Content Warning, Adults Only, Ribald.
In our context, the use of the terms would be to describe Sexual content which is somewhere between Softcore and Hardcore / Sexually Explicit and that which is deemed Indecent, however, the term has little, if any, legal standing. The terms are usually not applied to content which has met the test and been declared Obscene.
You will usually see the terms used in journalistic settings where the reporter is trying to appear somewhat shocked and offended by the material they are talking about. Usually the exact opposite is true.
Lust
Most usually, looking at or otherwise thinking of another person (or a sports car or whatever) with an overbearing Desire to possess the person (object) in some way, particularly and in this context, sexually. The feeling is best described, if one is needed, as an intense hunger for the object so desired. Often used as an anti-Pornography argument. See: Erotic Love, Lecher, Seven Deadly Sins, Sexual Desire, Conquest, Carnal, Natural Man, and related. Compare the "good side" at Song of Solomon.
Lust is usually defined as the Ten Commandment sin of 'covetous desire' for your neighbor's wife and other property. Deuteronomy 5 : 21
"You shall not covet your neighbor's wife. You shall not set your desire on your neighbor's house or land, his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor."
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