Paraphilia Definition
părə-fĭlē-ə, -fēlyə
paraphilias
noun
Sexual behavior that is considered deviant or abnormal.
Webster's New World
A sexual act or practice that is considered deviant or abnormal.
Webster's New World
Such a condition when it causes distress or impaired functioning in the individual or actual or potential harm to others; a paraphilic disorder.
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Other Word Forms of Paraphilia
Noun
Singular:
paraphilia
Plural:
paraphiliasOrigin of Paraphilia
From para- (“abnormal") +"Ž -philia.
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