Dildo Glossary: 64 Sex Toy Terms Explained
Written by Casey M., Resident Toy Specialist at Epic Dildos.
TL;DR: Plain English definitions of 64 dildo and sex toy terms, from chocolate dildo (a colour, not a snack) to insertable length, each with a link to shop that style.
A B C D E F G H I J L N O P R S T U V W
A
Anal safe
A toy with a flared base or handle wide enough that it cannot slip fully inside the rectum. Never use a toy without one for anal play.
Shop: Anal Dildos
B
Balls
A sculpted scrotum at the base of a realistic dildo. Adds realism and gives you something to grip.
Shop: Realistic Dildos
Beige (vanilla, flesh)
Industry colour names for light skin tone dildos. Nothing to do with flavour.
Shop: White and Vanilla Dildos
Black dildo
A dildo in true black, either a deep skin tone or a jet black fantasy colour. Different from chocolate, which is a dark brown.
Shop: Black Dildos
Body safe
Made from a non porous material such as silicone, glass or stainless steel that can be fully cleaned and contains no phthalates.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
Brown (caramel, latte, mocha)
Mid brown skin tone shades. Brands use food words for colours, so a caramel dildo is a colour, not a flavour.
Shop: Brown Dildos
C
Chin dildo
A short dildo mounted on a strap worn around the head, so the wearer can use it hands free during oral play. Also called a chin strap or jaw strap dildo.
Shop: Chin Dildos
Chocolate dildo
An industry colour name for a dark brown skin tone dildo. It is not made of chocolate and is not edible. Please don't eat it.
Shop: Chocolate Dildos
Circumference
The distance around the shaft, measured with a soft tape. Divide by 3.14 to get the width (diameter).
Shop: How to Measure Dildo Girth
Condom compatible
Most dildos can be covered with a condom for easy cleanup, sharing, or switching between anal and vaginal use. Always use a fresh condom when switching.
Shop: Lubes
Confetti dildo
A clear or coloured dildo with flecks of glitter or colour suspended inside. Purely a look; it feels the same as a plain toy.
Shop: Confetti Dildos
D
Dildo
A non vibrating toy shaped for penetration. If it buzzes, it's usually called a vibrator or vibrating dildo.
Shop: Realistic Dildos
Double ended dildo
One long, flexible shaft with a head at each end, for sharing with a partner or for double stimulation.
Shop: Double Ended Dildos
Double penetration (DP) dildo
A toy with two shafts on one base, for vaginal and anal penetration at the same time.
Shop: Double Penetration Dildos
Dual density
A dildo with two layers: a firm inner core for structure and a softer outer layer that feels more like skin.
Shop: Dual Density Dildos
E
Extra wide dildo
A dildo with a widest insertable diameter of about 2.5 inches or more. For experienced size lovers.
Shop: Extra Wide Dildos
F
Fantasy dildo
A dildo inspired by creatures, aliens or mythology instead of human anatomy, often with bold colours and textures.
Shop: Fantasy Dildos
Flared base
A wide base that stops a toy from going all the way in. It's essential for anal play and often doubles as a harness fit.
Shop: Anal Dildos
Flexskin
Shaft's dual layer liquid silicone, known for a soft, skin like feel over a firm core.
Shop: Shaft Dildos
Foreskin
A movable outer layer on uncut style dildos that slides over the head like a natural foreskin.
Shop: Uncut Dildos
G
G-spot curve
An upward bend near the tip, designed to press on the front wall of the vagina or toward the prostate.
Shop: G-Spot Dildos
Girth
How thick a dildo is, properly the measurement around the shaft. Many listings quote width (diameter) instead, so check which one you're reading.
Shop: Thick & Girthy Dildos
Glass dildo
A dildo made of hardened borosilicate glass. Non porous, very smooth and can be warmed or cooled for temperature play.
Shop: Glass Dildos
Goth dildo
A dildo in black, deep purple or other dark shades, often with fantasy or creature styling.
Shop: Goth Dildos
H
Harness
Straps or underwear with an O-ring that holds a dildo at the hips for strap-on play.
Shop: Harnesses
Harness compatible
A dildo with a flared base that fits through a strap-on harness O-ring.
Shop: Harnesses
Hollow dildo
A dildo with an open channel inside, worn over a penis or used with a harness for extra length or girth.
Shop: Hollow Dildos
Huge dildo
Generally 12 inches long or more. Most people only use part of the length.
Shop: Huge Dildos
I
Inflatable dildo
A dildo with a hand pump that lets you increase its width gradually while it's in use.
Shop: Inflatable Dildos
Insertable length
The part of the dildo that can actually go inside, from the tip to the top of the balls or base. It's usually shorter than the total length.
Shop: Small Dildos
J
Jelly
A soft, cheap, often translucent material, usually PVC or TPE. It's porous and may contain phthalates, so silicone is the safer choice.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
L
Liquid silicone
Silicone injected into a mould while liquid, giving very fine detail and a smooth finish. Shaft and others use it.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
N
Neon dildo
A dildo in bright, fluorescent colours such as hot pink, lime or orange.
Shop: Neon Dildos
Non porous
A surface without microscopic holes, so bacteria can't hide in it. Silicone, glass and metal are non porous. TPE and PVC are porous.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
O
O-ring
The ring in a strap-on harness that holds the dildo. Rings come in sizes, so match it to the dildo's base.
Shop: Harness for Shaft Dildos
P
Packer
A soft, flaccid shaped dildo worn in underwear to create a bulge. Not meant for penetration.
Shop: Packer Dildos
Pegging
When a partner wears a strap-on to penetrate a man anally.
Shop: Pegging Dildos
Phthalates
Chemicals once used to soften PVC toys. Look for phthalate free labels.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
Platinum cure silicone
Silicone cured with a platinum catalyst. It's the cleanest, most durable silicone used in toys.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
Prostate dildo
A curved dildo designed to reach the prostate, about 2 to 3 inches inside on the front wall of the rectum.
Shop: Prostate Dildos
PVC
A common budget toy material. It's porous and can contain phthalates unless labelled phthalate free.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
R
Rainbow dildo
A dildo with stripes or swirls of several colours, often bought as a Pride piece.
Shop: Rainbow Dildos
Realistic dildo
A dildo modelled on a real penis, with veins, a defined head and often balls.
Shop: Realistic Dildos
Replica dildo
A dildo moulded from a real person, often a porn star.
Shop: Porn Star Dildos
S
Silicone dildo
The most popular body safe material: non porous, durable and easy to clean. Use water based lube with it.
Shop: Silicone Dildos
Slim dildo
A dildo with a narrow width, usually under about 1.25 inches. Great for beginners and anal play.
Shop: Slim Dildos
Small dildo
A dildo with about 3 to 5 inches of insertable length.
Shop: Small Dildos
Squirting dildo
A dildo with a reservoir and plunger that releases fluid to simulate ejaculation.
Shop: Squirting Dildos
Strap-on
A dildo worn in a harness around the hips for hands free penetration.
Shop: Strap On Dildos
Strapless strap-on
A dildo with a bulb that is held inside the wearer, so no harness is needed.
Shop: Strapless Dildos
Suction cup
A cup on the base that sticks to smooth surfaces like tile or glass for hands free riding.
Shop: Suction Cup Dildos
T
Tentacle dildo
A fantasy dildo shaped like an octopus or sea creature arm, usually tapered with suckers.
Shop: Tentacle Dildos
Thick dildo
A dildo with a width of roughly 1.75 inches or more across.
Shop: Thick & Girthy Dildos
Thrusting dildo
A motorized dildo that moves in and out on its own.
Shop: Thrusting Dildos
Toy cleaner
A spray or foam made for washing toys. Warm water and mild unscented soap also work.
Shop: Lubes and Toy Care
TPE
Thermoplastic elastomer, a soft and affordable material. It's porous, so wash it well and use it with a condom if you share it.
Shop: Realistic Dildos
U
Ultraskyn
Doc Johnson's very soft, lifelike material. It's porous, so clean it well and use water based lube.
Shop: Ultraskyn Dildos
Uncut dildo
A dildo shaped like an uncircumcised penis, usually with a foreskin.
Shop: Uncut Dildos
Unicorn dildo
A fantasy dildo inspired by a unicorn horn, usually spiralled and in pastel or rainbow colours.
Shop: Unicorn Dildos
UR3
Doc Johnson's soft, skin like realistic material. It's porous, so clean it carefully and use water based lube.
Shop: UR3 Dildos
V
Vibrating dildo
A dildo with a built in motor. Usually shaped more like a dildo than a typical vibrator.
Shop: Vibrating Dildos
Vixskin
Vixen Creations' dual density silicone, prized for a firm core and very soft surface.
Shop: Vixskin Dildos
W
Water based lube
The safest lube for every toy material, including silicone. Silicone lube can damage silicone toys.
Shop: Lubes
Width
The diameter at the widest insertable point. It's the best number for judging how full a dildo will feel.
Shop: Extra Wide Dildos
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