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A code term for anal sex with a complicated history. Where the term comes from, what it means in current usage, and why the slang is mostly retired.

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Greek sex is an old slang term for anal sex. The terminology comes from cultural assumptions about ancient Greek sexual practices. Most modern sexual education has retired the term in favor of just calling it what it is: anal sex.

Where The Term Comes From

Cultural shorthand based on stereotypes about ancient Greek sexual practices, which were more nuanced than the stereotype.

The slang Greek for anal sex emerged in 19th and 20th century English, drawing on European cultural assumptions about ancient Greek sexual practices. The reality of ancient Greek sexual practice is more complex and varied than the stereotype, but the slang stuck.

In modern usage, you might still see the term in older sex education materials, in escort/sex worker code language (where Greek sometimes appears in service menus), or in dated discussions. Most contemporary sexual education and conversation has moved away from the term in favor of straightforward language.

Just Call It Anal

Modern sex educators recommend just using the actual term: anal sex. The slang adds confusion without adding clarity. Some older partners may use Greek as code. Most modern partners are confused by it.

If youre interested in the practice itself, see our Anal Sex Positions guide for the actual breakdown of how to do it well.

The Bottom Line

Greek sex means anal sex in old slang. The term is retired in most modern usage.

Just say anal sex. Read the proper anal guide for the actual practice. Move past the dated terminology.

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Where The Term Comes From

Just Call It Anal

The Bottom Line

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