consensual non-consent

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Noun

consensual non-consent (uncountable)

  1. (BDSM) A mutual agreement between partners to be able to act as if sexual consent has been waived; for example, during rape roleplay.
    Synonyms: CNC, non-con, con-non-con
    • 2021 February 2, David J. Ley Ph.D., “Consensual Non-Consent: Exploring Challenging Boundaries”, in Psychology Today‎[1] (article), retrieved 5 January 2025:
      Consensual non-consent describes engaging in behaviors that may include role-playing nonconsensual behaviors, or may involve negotiating sexual behaviors where one partner agrees to give up consent during certain behaviors or relationships.
    • 2021 January 20, Masterboundyou, “5 Things You Need To Know About Consensual Non-consent”, in Bound You‎[2] (article), retrieved 17 July 2025:
      The definition for consensual non-consent is a mutual agreement where the Dom is able to act as if the sub has waived all consent. Complete consent is given beforehand, with the understanding of it being a permanent arrangement under most circumstances.

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