Glossary
Toys
Toys, or sex toys, are objects used to enhance sexual pleasure, widely used across LGBTQ+ communities and bodies.
Toys, short for sex toys, are objects designed to enhance sexual pleasure, including vibrators, dildos, anal plugs, cock rings, harnesses, and restraints. They are used widely across LGBTQ+ communities and can be especially central to queer sex, offering options for pleasure and penetration that are not tied to any one kind of body. Many sex-positive and LGBTQ+-affirming retailers now design and stock toys for a range of bodies, genders, and desires. Beyond pleasure, toys support sexual health and communication, letting partners explore preferences and boundaries in ways that suit them.