1. the stimulation of one’s own genital organs for sexual pleasure
Usage: medical/clinical term

Examples

• The health education class discussed masturbation as a normal aspect of human sexuality.
• Medical professionals consider masturbation a common and healthy sexual behavior.
• The textbook included a chapter on masturbation and sexual development.
• Research shows that masturbation is practiced by people of all ages.
• The doctor explained that masturbation does not cause physical harm.