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English
Etymology
Supposed to have been originated by natives of the Trobriand Islands (who considered it improper), popularized by Alfred Kinsey.
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Noun
missionary position (plural missionary positions)
- A position for sexual intercourse in which the man and woman face each other, with the man on top.
- Synonym: (slang) mish
Translations
position for sexual intercourse
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