Retrocopulation

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Copulation from behind. uncountable

    "Now from the nature of this position, there ensueth a necessitie of Retrocopulation, which also promoteth the conceit. For some observing them to couple without ascension, have not been able to judge of male or female […]"

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"Now from the nature of this position, there ensueth a necessitie of Retrocopulation, which also promoteth the conceit. For some observing them to couple without ascension, have not been able to judge of male or female […]"

Etymology

From retro- + copulation.

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