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“Anal dildo” redirects here. For the vibrating device intended to remain in place for some time, see .
A dildo is an object usually designed for of the , mouth, or , and is usually solid and in shape. Penis aids, known as “extensions”, are not considered dildos. Some include penis-shaped items clearly designed for , even if they are not true approximations of a penis. An anal dildo is intended for repeated anal penetration, to be distinguished from a which is flanged with the intent of remaining in place. People of all and use these devices for or other .
Phallus-shaped vegetables and fruits, such as or or other food items, such as or other types of sausages, have been used as dildos in a form of . Any object of sufficient firmness and shape can be used like a dildo.
A dildo designed for anal insertion that then remains in place is usually referred to as a . A dildo intended for repeated anal penetration (thrusting) is typically referred to as an anal dildo or simply “dildo”. Anal dildos and butt plugs generally have a large base to avoid accidental complete insertion into the , which may require medical removal. Some women use , with different-sized shafts pointing in the same direction, for simultaneous vaginal and anal penetration, or for two partners to share a single dildo. In the latter case, the dildo acts as a sort of “see-saw”, where each partner takes an end and receives stimulation.
Some dildos are designed to be worn in a harness, sometimes called a harness or , or to be worn inside the vagina (then called or “strapless strap-on dildo”), sometimes with externally-attached devices. Strap-on dildos may be double-ended, meant to be worn by users who want to experience vaginal or anal penetration while also penetrating a partner. They may also be used for anally penetrating men. If a female penetrates a male, the act is known as .
