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This entry is part of the BDSM Dictionary hosted
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Switch
(For "switch" as a punishment device, see switch -
rod)
In BDSM, a switch is someone who participates
in BDSM activities as both a top and a
bottom, or possibly both a Dom
and a sub.
A switch will be the top on some occasions and the
bottom on other occasions. Switches are very
common; partners may switch roles based on mood, desire, or being with a
different partner.
A switch may be in a relationship with someone of the same primary BDSM
orientation (two dominants, say), so switching provides each partner
with an opportunity to realise his or her unsatisfied BDSM needs with
others.
A person who engages in self-bondage can be
viewed as taking both roles simultaneously.
Some people can have problems with switches which stems from the fear of
that which is not easily labelled or indentified.
A category of persons who share "switch" characteristics but do not
identify themselves as "switch" are also known as
omniviantPersonal Experiences
See Switch - Personal
ExperiencesSee Also
(This entry in the BDSM Dictionary incorporates text from the
Switch
article in Wipipedia.)
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