definition and meaning
Bating is a colloquial term for masturbation, derived from the word "masturbating." While it can refer to any form of self-pleasure, within gooning and edging communities, bating often specifically connotes deliberate, extended masturbation sessions rather than quick, goal-oriented activity.
The term is also stylized as "bate" (verb) or refers to practitioners as "baters."
In gooning communities:
General usage:
Bating vs. Gooning: While closely related, the terms have subtle distinctions:
Many practitioners use the terms interchangeably, though gooning typically implies a deeper trance-like experience.
Within bating communities, additional terminology has developed:
Bating has developed its own online presence separate from but overlapping with gooning communities. Platforms and forums dedicated to bating emphasize:
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