Glossary term

Erogenous zones

Also known as sensitive spotserogenous zonehot spots

Erogenous zones are areas of the body especially sensitive to touch — including many beyond the obvious ones, like the neck, ears, inner thighs, and lower back.

The gist

Erogenous zones are the parts of the body that respond pleasurably to touch. They extend well past the genitals — the neck, ears, scalp, inner arms, thighs, and lower back are common favorites — and they differ from person to person. Exploring them slowly is a rewarding part of foreplay and self-knowledge.

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