BDSM Lexicon · Mummification & suspension

Vacuum

Vacuum refers in BDSM to the creation of negative pressure around (part of) the body, causing the skin or body to be firmly sucked in or immobilized. It is used in various forms of bondage and stimulation and is part of vacuum play.

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• Vacuum play
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