Masturbatory

//ˈmæs.tɚ.bəˌtɔːr.i// adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or relating to masturbation.

    "A common belief is that women are slower than men in their sexual responses, but the masturbatory data do not reflect that opinion."

  2. 2
    Excessively self-absorbed or self-indulgent.

    "A 2025 phenomenon involving teenagers and masturbatory twentysomethings with limited education and experience given the authority to tell five-star generals, former presidents, cabinet secretaries, academics, and ambassadors how to do their jobs."

  3. 3
    vain, futile, pointless (having no real substance, value, or importance)

Etymology

From masturbate + -ory.

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