A dildo is a phallic-shaped sex toy that is solely intended to be used for the purpose of insertion. When we think of the word dildo, usually a toy that closely resembles a penis comes to mind. While it is true many dildos do look like a penis – and some are even modeled after male porn star’s body parts with a pronounced head, veins, balls, and all – there is a whole spectrum of toys that fall under the classification of dildo.

Aside from realistic dildos, which are usually made of a flesh-like material, dildos come in lots of different materials. There are beautiful glass dildos that look like sensual sculptures, body-safe silicone dildos in a wide range of rainbow colors, and metal dildos that are more rigid and intense.

Dildos (also called dongs) also come in an assortment of shapes and sizes and can be used to stimulate various erogenous zones, based on their shape and function. There are dildos that are curved to stimulate the G-spot or the P-spot, dildos with suction cups for hands-free penetration, as well as strap-on dildos for pegging and girl-on-girl play.

While dildos are designed for penetration, many also vibrate, twist and turn, and thrust as well. There are even dildos you can make yourself with Clone-a-Willy molding kits, and others that glow in the dark.