In slang, "edging" refers to a sexual technique where a person deliberately delays orgasm by bringing themselves or their partner close to climax and then stopping or reducing stimulation before reaching orgasm. This cycle of stimulation and pause can be repeated multiple times to prolong sexual pleasure and often results in a more intense orgasm when it finally occurs
. Edging can be practiced alone or with a partner and is used both to extend the duration of sexual activity and to increase the intensity of the eventual orgasm. It is generally safe and can be beneficial for people who experience premature ejaculation or want to explore their sexual response more fully
. In internet slang, especially among younger generations (Gen Z and Gen Alpha), "edging" is also part of meme culture or "brainrot" slang, where it may be used ironically or humorously, sometimes combined with other slang terms like "gyatt." However, the core meaning remains tied to the sexual practice of delaying orgasm
. To summarize:
- Edging = delaying orgasm by stopping stimulation just before climax.
- Purpose: prolong pleasure, intensify orgasm, manage premature ejaculation.
- Can be done solo or with a partner.
- Also appears as internet slang/meme language with ironic or humorous usage.
This definition covers both the sexual technique and its slang usage context.
