-gasm etymology

English

English word -gasm comes from English orgasm

Etymology of -gasm

Detailed word origin of -gasm

Dictionary entry Language Definition
orgasm English (en) (obsolete) A spasm or sudden contraction. [17th-19th c.]. A rush of sexual excitement; now specifically, the climax or peak of sexual pleasure, which occurs during sexual activity and which in males may include ejaculation and in females vaginal contractions. [from 18th c.] To have an orgasm.
-gasm English (en) Describing an intensely pleasurable experience or thing.