Domination & submission _ the BDSM relationship handbook ( PDFDrive )

submissive. A day collar may consist of just about anything, and need not
necessarily be worn about the neck like a traditional collar. The most common
varieties of day collars are necklaces, chokers, ribbons, bracelets, anklets, and
rings. (See also: Collar, Collar of consideration, Collar of protection, Everyday
collar, Play collar.)
Deferred/Delayed Gratification. (See: Orgasm denial/control, Masturbation
restrictions, Mitts)
Diaper Play. A form of age-play involving the wear of traditional or adultdiapers
while assuming the role of an infant. Sometimes used in play involving
the control (or lack of control) of the bodily functions. (See also: AB/DL, Age
Play, Infantilism, Littles.)
Dilation. Dilation refers to an activity which involves the use of a medical
speculum to open a woman’s cervix as part of a medical scene. This procedure
can be dangerous if done by an untrained person.
Discipline. Traditionally the “D” in BDSM. Generally speaking, it refers to
various forms of corporal punishment, such as spanking, caning, beating,
flogging, whipping, or slapping. In a more subtle sense, discipline can also refer
to the mental discipline required to be a good Dominant or submissive, which
sometimes requires a disciplined mindset that allows a person to resist his or her
natural impulses. (See also: Caning, Crops, Flogger, Impact play, Paddles,
Spanking, Whips)
D.M. Acronym for Dungeon Monitor. Typically someone in authority whose
role is to monitor the activities of a particular establishment to ensure that none
of the house rules are being broken.
Domestic. The Domestic, sometimes referred to as a service submissive, is a
submissive who is expected to perform domestic duties in the Dominant’s
household, such as cooking, cleaning, childcare, and yard work. More often
than not, the Domestic is also expected to be available sexually to the Dominant,
his other submissives, or guests. It is entirely possible, but relatively rare, for a
Domestic sub to be in a nonsexual D/s relationship. (See also: Service
submissive, Submissive)
Dominant. One who acts in a domineering or authoritative role in life, and
especially in relationships. A Dominant may be a “true Dominant” in the sense