Domination & submission _ the BDSM relationship handbook ( PDFDrive )

that this trait is firmly hard-wired into his psyche and he simply doesn’t know
any other way to be, or he may be acting out a role, whether consciously or
unconsciously. A Dominant is defined primarily by his need to control his
environment and personal interactions and his skill at being able to do so.
Domme. A female Dominant, sometimes referred to as a Dominatrix or
Mistress. Generally speaking, a Domme may refer to any female Dominant,
however, outside of the D/s lifestyle, the stereotype typically fits the FemDom
Mistress. The correct pronunciation of domme is identical to dom. (See also:
Dominant, FemDom)
Dungeon. - A place designed and furnished for BDSM play. Some dungeons are
private homes or communal playspaces managed by local BDSM groups, while
others are commercial establishments. Dungeons may host events such as
workshops, demos, classes or parties. Dungeons typically have an area set apart
from the playspace for conversation and/or refreshments. (See also: Munch,
Scene)
Edge Play. Edge play refers to BDSM play that is generally considered to have
a higher-than-usual risk of serious harm or death (i.e. breath play, knife play, or
gun play), or may be of a particularly sensitive nature (i.e. age play, rape play or
scat play). The definition of edge play is highly subjective, and ever-evolving.
What might have been considered edge play a few years ago may be considered
relatively mundane today, and vice-versa. Before the advent of HIV/AIDS, a
scene involving wet play (blood) would not have been considered particularly
risky; today bodily fluids are a big deal.
Electricity Play. Electricity play is any BDSM activity that involves the use of
high-voltage, low amperage, low-frequency devices that deliver stimulation to
the skin, typically in a fashion that looks much more intimidating than it actually
merits. The most common of these types of devices are TENS units and violet
wands. Electricity play can be dangerous for certain individuals, and these
devices should never be used by anyone with a pacemaker, insulin pump, or any
other kind of implanted electrically operated medical device or metallic joint
replacements. Otherwise, they are safe for use almost anywhere on the body,
except around the eyes. As is the case with any electrical device, they should
not be used in or around liquids, particularly flammable liquids, which could be
ignited by the electrical discharge. (See also: TENS Unit, Purple Wand, Violet
Wand.)