sado

/ˈseɪdoʊ, ˈseɪdoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a person, especially a Japanese man, who practices sadomasochism, especially as a masochist.

“He was a sado who enjoyed being whipped by his partner.”

2. proper noun

Sado, a Japanese island in the Sea of Japan, known as Niigata Island.

“The island of Sado is home to many beautiful beaches.”

3. verb

to observe or participate in activities that involve sadomasochism, especially as a masochist.

“She said that her friend sado with his girlfriend.”

Synonyms

  • masochist
  • pervert
  • sadist

Antonyms

  • moralist
  • puritan