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Gorean Glossary Sa-Sl

Gor is a complex lifestyle based on a series of novels by John Norman featuring a strict caste system of highly trained Free and slaves. For more information, check out the Garden's section on Gor.

Note about this Glossary: items marked with a K are Kassar or Old Gorean, online-created languages used to augment Gorean. Kassar was not created or endorsed by John Norman and is not consistent within the Gorean language or universe. Kassar should be used cautiously and sparingly as many Goreans do not use or approve of the language.

sa	1. Literal translation: "Life." However, this definition doesn't apply with regard to the compound word "Sa-Fora" in which "Sa" translates to mean "Chain." 2. In the language of the red savages, a term meaning "red." Generally used as a suffix in a compound word.
Sa	close, near distance (Close enough!) In Kassar, SaTarna would translate "close to the core of life"	K
Saber	Uncommon weapon on Gor.
Sacramasax	The Alar version of the gladius.
Sacred Place	Any place considered sacred by an individual or by many individuals. On Gor, once such place, predominant with most Goreans, refers to the Sardar mountains, the home of the Priest-Kings.
Saddle Blanket	Coarse blankets to protect the hide of the kaiila.
Saddle Makers, Caste of	One of the low castes of Gor; the makers of saddles.
Sa-eela	one of the most sensual and erotic of slave dances; it consists of five distinct portions; belongs to the class of slave dance known as Lure Dances of the Love- Starved Slavegirl
Safety Straps	Straps which are used to hold a rider in the tarn saddle.
sa-for a	Another frequently heard expression meaning slave girl is Sa-Fora, a compound word, meaning, rather literally, Chain Daughter, or Daughter of the Chain. (Nomads of Gor, book iv, page 30)
Sahr/Sahra	Dinosaur, Lizard, Saurian	K
Sail-Makers	The makers of sails for ships.
Sais	One of the Vosk River townships.
Sajel	A pustulant; combined with gieron simulates symptoms of the dreaded Bazi Plague.
Salamander	These amphibious lizards are mentioned inhabiting the brine pits of Klima.
Salatka	Candy, Sweets, Desserts	K
Saleria	A derivation of Salerius. Used to broadly describe the fertile basin territories north and south of the Olni River which the Salerian Confederation professes to maintain control.
Salerian Confederation / Four Cities of Saleria	an alliance of 4 cities - Ti, Port Olni, Lara, and Vonda - formed to rid the Olni River of pirates & to protect inland shipping
Salerius	A large meadow located on the northern bank of the Olni between Port Olni and Vonda.
Sales Pavilion	The great sales areas in the fairs of the Sardar in which, beneath these massive tents are literally hundreds of platforms presenting slaves for sales.
salt	Most of the salt used on Gor is from the mines of Klima, located in the Tahari desert. Table salts are traded in cannisters. The Torvaldslander, however, gathers his salt from the sea. Most salt on Gor is white, however, due to ferrous oxide deposits, some salt mined at Klima is red in color; this red salt is famed, known as the Red Salt of Kasra, being named for its port of embarkation at the juncture of the Upper and Lower Fayeen. There is also mention of a yellow colored salt, but no indication of where this salt is mined or found, except that it is "from the south."
Salt Leach	Blood sucking worm found in marshy areas.
Salt Shark	One of the several varieties of this carnivorous marine beast.
Sames, The	A group of the Waniyanpi, who are strict adherents to the Teaching, which believes that males and females are the same; most probably on the basis that the men are not willing to fight for their lives against the red savages.
Samnium	Walled city located southeast of Brundisium.
san	One - masculine
sana	One - feminine
Sand Clock/ Sand Glass	What is known on Earth as an hourglass; traditionally used in kaissa matches but also found in the desert regions.
Sand Flies	Tiny black flies found in the Tahari, which infest water holes; a vicious nuisance inflicting painful bites in both people and animals.
Sand Kaiila / Desert Kaiila	a species of kaiila native to the Tahari.
Sand Veil	Veil worn by riders of the sand kaiila to keep from breathing dust and sand.
Sandal Thongs	Pieces of leather used to tie secure sandals on a person's feet.
sa'ng	without
sa'ng-fori	1. "without chains" 2. freedom; liberty
Sani	Faith	K
Sapa	The term in the language of the red savages is "black."
Sapa, Sapee	Boot, Foot Cover	K
Sapphire	Gemstone found on Gor; used in adorning weaponry and jewelry. The most precious of sapphire comes from Schendi.
sar	king
Sardar	Literal translation is "Priest-King." Also the name of the mountains where the Priest-Kings live.
Sardar Fairs	huge fairs held four times per year at the foot of the Sardar Mountains where every Gorean must visit before the age of 25.
Sardar Mountains	Mountain range which serves as the home of the Priest-Kings.
Sashes and Scarves	Worn with djellabas, chalwars, kaftans, and robes.
Satarna	Close To The Core Of Life	K
Sa-Tarna	"Life Daughter". A tall, yellow grain comparable to wheat. A staple.
Sa-Tarna Bread	The staple bread made from the grains of Sa-Tarna.
Sa-Tarna Porridge	mixture of water, grains, and other ingredients, that serves as the main sustenance for slaves. There are many varieties.
Sa-Tassna	"Life-Mother". Food in general and specifically meat.
Sawyer	Person skilled at sawing. Sawyers are not to be confused with carpenters, who actually build things out of wood. Sawyers merely saw and form the wood into specific shapes.
Sayoolak	fake, imitation	K
Scagnar	One of the exchange islands which are governed under merchant law.
Scanning Room	The room which houses all instrumentation devices utilized by the Priest-Kings in observing activities on Gor. This room also houses the Flame Death Mechanism.
Scar Codes	brightly colored tattoos on the faces of the warriors of the wagon people. Each tattoo is a different color to show that the warriors status in the tribe. Such as the red scar being a courage scar. There are also yellow, blue and black tattoos. They run diagonally in pairs from the side of the head to the nose and chin.
Scent Maps	Maps of the tunnels of the Nest by which the Priest-Kings navigate.
Scent-Dots	Phonemes (scents) which provide the means for the Priest-Kings communicate.
Scent-Music	Music of the Priest-Kings, which is rhythmically "played" scents.
Scent-Needles	Needles by which Priest-Kings implant Scent-Tapes.
Scent-Tapes	Recorded information used by the Priest-Kings.
Schendi	1. In the dialects of the inland language, this word appears to have no obvious, direct meaning, though it is speculated that it is a corruption of the word "Ushindi" and thusly, being a possible derivation of the word Ushindi, would also share the meaning of "Victory." 2. a port city just south of the equator, having a population of c. 1 million citizens; is the base of operations for the League of Black Slavers
Schendi Gull	Gull commonly found in the Schendi region.
Scimitar of Discipline	The penalty for a runaway slave can be dismemberment. This discipline is used by the black slavers in which a scimitar is brought and threateningly laid against the flesh of a slave girl as if she were to be dismembered. The fright the girl experiences is generally enough to deter any future ideas of running away.
scimitar	the preferred weapon of the tribesmen of the Tahari. A wickedly curved blade, so sharp that a bit of silk dropped upon it would fall, parted, to the floor. The wielder of such a weapon presses forward with lightening moves, in rapid, diagonal, figure-eight strokes, his booted foot stamped forward, his body turned to the left, minimizing target, his head to the right, maximizing vision, his rear foot at right angles to the attack line, maximizing leverage, assuring balance. On kaiila-back, it is carried, sheathed, hanging from the saddle. Book 10: Tribesmen of Gor, pages 120, 122, and 234
Scoop	Large spoon-like mechanisms used for digging canal ways; a dredge. Not really much is said of this particular piece of machinery.
Scorpions	Stinging insects found in desert regions.
Scribe	A Kaissa piece.
Scribes, Caste of	the caste concerned with history, accounting, record-keeping, etc.; one of the five High Castes which make up Gorean government; their caste color is blue
Scroll Bin	Place where scrolls are stored.
scrolls	Manuals of the Pens of Mira, Leonora's Compendium, Songs of Dina, or Hargon's The Nature and Arts of the Female Slave are all texts with information or instruction about slavery, sometimes used in slave training. Book 25: Magicians of Gor, page 193; online, refers to the Norman books themselves.
Scytale	A ribbon which usually wrapped around a cylindrical object, a message then written upon it, so that as the ribbon is unwound, the message becomes obliterated.
se	second
Sea Sleen	vicious, fanged aquatic mammals, can reach twenty feet (20') in length and found mainly in the cold, northern waters
Season Of Little Grass	To the wagon peoples, this term refers to the spring season, so named for the small sprouts of the new grass after the winter season.
Season Of Snows	To the wagon peoples, this term refers to the winter season. It is also by which the wagon peoples calculate year to year.
Sea-Tharlarion	Marine lizard; various species range from small to quite large.
Seaweed	In times of hunger, men of the seas often chew on these plants of the sea. Some seaweeds are poisonous to man.
Second	This is in reference to being Second in command, such as to a Ubar, Administrator or Tatrix.
Second Killing	a term used by the assassin guild to indicate that they are going to kill someone for revenge or retribution, the assassin uses the words "I hunt!" to indicate he is on a revenge mission, for a First killing.
Second Knowledge	the education available to the higher castes; it is more esoteric, basically it is the truth of all matters, and includes knowledge of Earth
second slave; se kajira	referring to the serving of black wine, it indicates that the consumer prefers to drink it without sugar or milk; from the fact that the sugar and milk are placed in the cup by one slave before the beverage is poured into the cup by a second slave
Second Wine / Breeding Wine	1. The drink that counteracts the reproduction-halting slave wine. 2. Refers to the sexual service of a slave girl to the Master.
Sedan Chair	A portable covered chair that is carried, borne on poles, usually by slaves.
Sedge	A plant found along rivers and marshes. Papyrus (rence) is a form of sedge. Sedge meadows are the result of flooding. They are most easily found in early spring. Areas that are low-lying and flat near rivers and streams will accumulate with a few inches of water. The rest of the year, sedge meadows rarely have standing water. Sedge meadows are most successful when the soil remains saturated most of the time. This allows for the abundant growth of a kind of grass called a sedge. The Egyptians used a special kind of sedge called papyrus to make paper. The soil in sedge meadow is formed from the decomposition of sedges like the Carex stricta. When a sedge grows it forms a symmetrical lump or hummock in the water.
Seduction Slave	The male counterpart of the Lure Girl; a male slave used to seduce unsuspecting free women to engage intimately with them, thus making the woman a slave under the couching law.
Seeki	Count, Number	K
Seeyok	Boat, Ship	K
Sek/Seka	Dry	K
Se'Kara / Se'Kara-Lar-Torvis	second turning'; the seventh month of the Gorean calendar, that of the Second Killing, autumnal equinox, roughly equivalent to the Earth calendar month of September
self-contract, limited, slave	an arrangement wherein a Free Woman contracts to be an experimental slave for a period of time ranging from one night to a year. Her documents will contain a specified termination date. Book 18: Blood Brothers of Gor, page 101
Selnar	the third month of the Gorean calendar (in Ko-ro-ba and some other cities) See Camerius
Selnar City	One of the four major cities on the island of Cos.
semnium	a public building which houses the high council, or governing body. Book 21: Mercenaries of Gor, pages 108, 141
Se'o'pe	Necessary	K
Seraglio	Harem rooms.
Seraglio Mistress	First girl of a male seraglio; she is responsible for the daily activities and discipline of the male slaves.
Seraka	Sun	K
sereem diamonds	a transparent mineral which is precious because of its rarity; is red with flecks of white
serka	sun	K
Serpents	another name used for the longships of the people of Torvaldsland
Serrar	This is supposed to be a command where a slave places herself over a Masters lap ass end up so that He may have access or discipline her.	K
Serve My Pleasure	In one of the ways a master shows his dominance over a slave, is by having the slave girl serve him sexually, either by force or willingly.
Servery	Kitchen. What is used in the books are such terms as Kitchen, Commissary Wagon, Public Eating Tents and Tables, Public Wagons, and, Restaurants.	K
Serving Bracelets	Slave bracelets which are attached to two lengths of chain, worn by a slave girl in paga taverns.
Sev	Bring	K
Se'Var / Se'Var-Lar-Torvis	second resting' the tenth month of the Gorean calendar, that of the winter solstice, roughly equivalent with the Earth calendar month of December
Sezj, Sezja / Pok, Poka	bag, sack	K
Shak	Their	K
Share My Kettle	The invitation to dinner expressed by a member of a lower caste.
Sharing Dirt and Grass	Amongst the Wagon Peoples, this is a ritualistic custom of brotherhood. The ritual consists of on warrior scooping up a handful of dirt and grass, placing it in another's hands as, as both hold it, and welcoming the other to the Land of the Wagon Peoples.
Sharpened Stakes	Sharpened stakes, generally of wood, that are stratgetically placed as booby-traps during a war.
She	Are	K
Sheaf Arrows	A heavy arrow, used in battle, which provides greater penetration. Sheaf arrows of medieval times were designed to pierce armor. An example of this in the Gorean world is the sheaf arrow used in conjunction with the barbed arrowhead favored by the Tuchuks. When used by longbowmen, the sheaf arrows are used only when close range combat is called for.
Shearing Blades	Blades of steel, which are placed on each side of a ship; used in the destruction of enemy ships. See also: "Oar Shearing."
She-Bosk	A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave.
She-Kaiila	A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave.
Sheku	Everlasting	K
She-Larl	A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave.
shelter trench	to escape the blistering heat of the Tahari, where temperatures can reach 175 degree's Fahrenheit, a trench, 4 or 5 feet deep and 18 inches wide is dug. Temperatures are 50 degrees cooler 1 or two feet below the surface of the desert. The trench is drawn perpendicular to the path of the sun, so it provides the maximum shade for the longest period of time. Book 10: Tribesmen of Gor, page 21
She-Panthers	Derogatory name used in reference to the panther girls of the northern forests.
She-Sleen	A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave. In retaliation, a female using the same derogatory term would drop the word "she" and call the man simply "Sleen." Possible the term derived from observers of the mating rituals of sleen.
She-Tarsk	A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave. In retaliation, a female using the same derogatory term would drop the word "she" and call the man simply "Tarsk."
She-Tharlarion	A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave. In retaliation, a female using the same derogatory term would drop the word "she" and call the man "He-Tharlarion" or simply "Tharlarion."
she-urt	1. Homeless free girls or disguised slaves who live in port cities, surviving by scavenging, begging, stealing, and sleeping with paga attendants; they sleep wherever they find space, and usually wear a brief tunic. Named after the canal urts which plague the port cities. 2. A derogatory term in reference to a woman, either free or slave. In retaliation, a female using the same derogatory term would drop the word "she" and call the man simply "Urt."
She'vo	Happiness	K
Shield Ring	Another name in reference to the light diversion device rings or invisibility rings.
Shield Roof / Shield Shed	Similar to the formation known on Earth as the testudo, or, "tortoise," this formation is a defensive measure of ground forces from aerial attacks.
Shimo	Mouth	K
Ship Bow	A short, stout bow, making its use maneuverable even in close quarters, with a rapid rate of fire. The ship bow excels above the peasant bow (long bow) in impact, range and accuracy.
Ship Dance	A dance depicting the movements of a ship.
Ship Flags	Flags placed on a ship to identify the owner/captain of the ship.
Ship Loyalty	A mode of discipline of the Kur.
Shipping Collar	This is collar worn by slaves when being shipped as cargo.
Ship's Eyes	It is a belief amongst the mariners that ships are alive, and therefore, has eyes painted on to enable the ships to see their way through the waters.
Shipwright	Carpenter skilled at building ships.
Shiva	Peace	K
Shivar	Peace be between us	K
Shorthand	A method of writing quickly, often replacing words with shapes or symbols. A common practice on Earth of secretaries. Tarl Cabot spied slave girls scribbling quickly, deducing there must be some form of shorthand used on Gor as well.
Shu	The Gorean alphabet has twenty-eight characters, all of which, I suspect, owe their origin to one or another of the alphabets of Earth... 'Shu' is represented by a sign which seems clearly oriental in origin...- Explorers of Gor, page 9.
Shukan	Death, Dead, Corpse	K
Shuki	(to) die	K
Siba	One of the Vosk River townships.
side block girl	a slave sold for a fixed price rather than auctioned. Disparaging.
sidge	a letter of the Gorean alphabet; derived from cuneiform
Siege Engineer	One who is skilled at developing and planning large attacks against another city.
Siege Engines	Any of a number of mechanisms used by military units. Light engines would include catapults and ballistae.
Siege Poles	Poles which are similar to ladders, used to climb the walls of keeps.
Siege Reservoirs	Reservoirs of fresh water to be used in the event of a siege.
Siege Slave	Male slaves that were used by military armies in digging ditches and in attacks.
Siege Tower	Towers built on movable platforms, used by military units to breach the walls of a city.
Sign of the Hammer	the sign of Thor, made by holding up a clenched fist. In Torvaldsland, spiritual allegiance is to ancient gods, such as Odin and Thor. Book 9: Marauders of Gor, pages 48 and 82
Signal Bar	Similar to the larger alarm bars, these are used in large homes or compounds as a means of signifying events in a day, such as lunch, dinner, etc., or the hours of the day.
signature knot	a complex knot whose tying is known only to the one who invented it. Book 17: Savages of Gor, page 214 A knot unique to each person. These knots serve more as a means of alerting the owner of a compartment (room, house, et al) as to whether or not his or her home has been violated.
silk girl	term used by those in Torvalsland to indicate a southern slave. Disparaging.
Silk Screen	A stencil method of print-making in which a design is imposed on a screen of silk or other fine mesh, with blank areas coated with an impermeable substance; ink is forced through the mesh onto the printing surface. On Gor, Tarl Cabot observed a silk-screen printing process.
silk slave	male pleasure slave, usually attending a Free Woman
Silk Thongs	Used by free women of the Tahari to improve their gait and measure their stride.
silks; pleasure silks	sheer, clingy form of silk worn only by slavegirls; wraps like a pareau, with a disrobing loop at the left shoulder
Silver Cage	A paga tavern located in Ar. - Slave Girl of Gor, page 291.
Silver Cubes	Export from Tharna.
Silver Masks Of Tharna	At one time, the free women of the city of Tharna wore masks to cover their faces from males, rather than veils. These masks were later abolished by the Tatrix, Lara.
Silver of Tharna	A famous tavern.
Silver of Tharna, The	A paga tavern in Port Kar.
silver ships	the name given to Gorean space ships used on periodic visits to earth for the harvest of barbarian girls and other goods called 'Voyages of Acquisition'. Book 7: Captive of Gor, page 40
Silver Tube	A high-tech, extremely powerful weapon utilized by the Priest-Kings during the Nest Wars; electrically charged, cylindrical in shape.
silver yoke	In Tharna, male slaves are brought into the presence of the Tatrix in a yoke made of solid silver, presumably to show the Tharnan's contempt for riches. The yoke itself was valuable enough to be the ransom of an Ubar. Book 2: Outlaw of Gor, page 91
Silver-Tarn-Disk-Girl	Bath girl whose price is a silver tarn.
Sim Plant	A vine-like plant raised in the pasture chambers of the Nest of the Priest-Kings.
Simple-Pile Arrow	An arrow designed to be removed from the victim and allows for greater penetration. A favored arrow for hunting. The shafts are either sheaf (short bow) or flight (long bow).
sip root	the main ingredient used in birth control wines used for slaves and Free Women, bitter tasting
Sir/Sira	Cheese	K
sirik	An arrangement of chains used to display a slavegirl rather than confine her; it consists of a collar, to which about five feet of chain is attached; part-way down the chain is a pair of manacles, and the chain terminates in a set of shackles. One of the most decorative, yet effective, of slave restraints, the sirik is thousands of years old. A sirik is a set of chains which connect the wrists, ankles, and neck. The impact of wearing a sirik cannot be overstated. Every movement of the girl shows her her limits; every shift of position rings musically. A girl in a sirik knows herself owned.
Sirik Collar	A close-fitting collar that is used to secure a slave girl; usually a disciplinary method.
Sis, Sisa	by, because of, through, from cause	K
Sistrum	A percussion instrument played akin to a rattle.
Six-Strap	One of the six (6) leather reins used in guiding a tarn. Tarl Cabot was able to teach his tarn to respond to verbal strap commands.
Skawqa	Cloud	K
Skerry	A rocky reef; a rocky isle.
Skerry of Einar	A rocky isle which holds the Torvaldsmark.
Skerry of Vars	A one-hundred foot (100') square rock, rough, but with a flat surface. Here, Tarl discovered Telima's betrayal and fought a Kur.
Skjern	One of the exchange islands which are governed under merchant law.
Skod/Skodee	Bowl, Bowls	K
Skow/Skowa	Dish, Plate, Something To Eat From	K
Skullcap	A close fitting cap.
Slat/Slata	Pole, Cane	K
Slave Anklet	An identification band placed around a slave's ankle.
Slave Bar	This device is used to secure slaves and prisoners. There are different variations of the slave bar.
Slave Basket	A large wicker basket strapped to a tarn to transport a number of slaves.
slave bells	tiny bells which give off a sensual shimmer of sound; threaded by the dozen on thongs or chains, they may be tied or locked around a girl's ankles or wrists, or attached to her collar; are worn or removed only at the whim of a master
slave belly	the area of the abdomen around the navel; so called because only slavegirls expose their navels
Slave Belly [Emotion]	Not termed "slave belly" in the books of John Norman (see: "Slave Belly" above for actual definition of this term), it is this emotion referenced in the books that led virtual chat rooms to speak of the "slave belly" as demonstrated in this quote.
slave box	1) small, square (3x3') iron box, with a door having a viewing aperture of 7"x1/2" in the middle, and a pass-through of 12x2" at the base; a punishment device for slaves; 2) a small ventilated box, barely large enough to contain a slave, sometimes used in the transport & delivery of slaves after purchase
Slave Brace	A device is used to secure slaves as well as prisoners.
slave bracelets	manacles; there are 3 links between the wrist rings, some are akin to handcuffs while some are almost jewelry light restraining bracelets made of blue and gold stones. Book 1: Tarnsman of Gor, page 102 Book 22: Dancer of Gor, page 218
slave cage	a small, temporary cage, just big enough for a slavegirl to sit or curl up, in which she may be placed as cargo
Slave Chain	1) Any of the types of chains for securing a slave; 2) a line of slaves chained together.
Slave Cloak	A light cloak designed specifically for the slave girl.
Slave Collar	A band of metal which is secured around the neck of a slave and locked. There are many varieties of collars, such as the Turian and the Torvaldslander collars. The collar serves two functions; to identify the person as a slave, the owner's initials etched in the collar, and to impress upon that person their slavery.
Slave Compound	A dormitory of sorts, however as it is for slaves, it resembles a very large cage. Often, such compounds are rent out space.
Slave Control Device, Electronic	Developed by one of the Priest-Kings after the Nest War.
slave dance	any of the sensuous and lascivious dances performed by slavegirls to entertain their masters; designed to display the sexual heat of the performer, and invite her use by masters; dances include the Belt Dance, Chain Dance, Dance of the 6 Thongs, Sa-eela, Tile Dance (performed on red tiles), Tether Dance
Slave Fire	The intense desire of a slave girl for the touch of a master.
Slave Flame	One of the favored hair styles for female slaves. Below the shoulders, swirled behind.
Slave Gardens of Anesidemus	An expensive brand of Ka-la-na.
slave girdle	a length of cord tied about a girl to mold a slave tunic to her form and enhance her curves, able to be crisscrossed about the body. Book 25: Magicians of Gor, pages 21, 28-30
slave goad	an electrical device, much like a cattle prod, used for controlling and disciplining slaves
Slave Gruel	A slave porridge made of sa-tarna grain and water; sometimes bits of meat or fish is added to the gruel. Quite tasteless otherwise.
Slave Harness	Device for securing a slave.
slave heat	the intense need and passion of a slavegirl; poetic description of a slave's vulva
slave hobble	a chain consisting of a wrist-ring and an ankle-ring joined by 7" of chain; it is fastened on one ankle and the opposite wrist
slave hood	a leather hood, having no opening for eyes, mouth, or ears, which covers a slave's entire head; usually has a gag attachment
slave ignorance	it is sometimes deemed appropriate that slaves be deliberately kept in ignorance, i.e., not knowing the names of their captors, their whereabouts, or what is to be done with them, at the Master's whim. Book 22: Dancer of Gor, pages 89 and 380-381
Slave Knife	Small knife which is utilized by Slavers to cut cloth from a slave, thereby leaving her naked or her treasures revealed.
Slave Knot	The simple bowknot; prescribed by a master to his slave girl for the fastening of slave garment at the left of the girl's waist. Such a knot can be easily undone and thus making her available to him.
slave lips	When this command is given, she turns her head up to the Master, her lips pursed in a sensual kissing position. She remains motionless; her lips thusly puckered, and may not move until she is granted the kiss of a Master.
slave locker	a sort of temporary slave box available at a depot for fee carts, for example. Once the slave has entered the locker, a tarsk bit is inserted which allows for the turning and removal of the key, which the owner pockets until his return. This kind of slave locker is unattended. Book 24: Vagabonds of Gor, pages 423-424 Book 25: Magicians of Gor, page 67
slave mat	a course mat of often damp straw to which area a slavegirl may be ordered to sleep, for discipline or rape; the girl may not leave the mat unless permitted by her master
Slave Mistress	In the house of a Slaver, the slave trainer, usually a slave herself, one who certifies a slave girl rank as pleasure slave.
slave oval	a method of chain a slavegirl consisting of a hinged iron loop which locks around her waist, with two sliding wrist- rings and a welded ring in the middle of the back
slave perfume	perfumes designed to be worn by slavegirls; they are heavier and more sensual than those designed for free women
slave pole	imaginary pole that 'transfixes' a dancing girl, by which she is 'held' during her dance
slave porridge	a cold, unsweetened mixture of water and Sa-Tarna meal, on which slaves are fed; in Torvaldsland, it is called 'bond-maid gruel', and often mixed with pieces of chopped parsit fish
Slave Post	A thick, heavy post, sunk into the ground, generally about five to six feet in height, upon which a slave is bound.
slave rag	An article of slave clothing. In Gorean, the word for this is Ta-Teera.
Slave Raid	A raid upon which slaves are taken; usually done by slavers; a quite profitable business on Gor.
slave rape	the sexual use of a slavegirl; may be either tender or brutal, casual or deliberate
slave rape position	This is a disciplinary position wherein the slave is ordered to lie supine and motionless in preparation for usage. Book 13: Explorers of Gor, page 202
Slave Registration Papers	Papers which denote ownership of a slave; these papers also denote the physical description of the slave, as well as contain fingerprints and other identifying information.
slave ring	a heavy iron ring, c. 1' in diameter, to which a slave may be secured for security, discipline, or any other reason; often found in floors, interior & exterior walls (either 1' or 3' above the ground), attached to the foot of a master's sleeping couch, etc.
Slave Run-Chain	A way of chaining a slave girl in which she has freedom of movement to perform her chores.
Slave Stake	A long stake of wood, usually a minimum of four and one half feet (4-1/2') in length and four inches (4") in width, with a groove cut from one end, approximately one inch (1") deep, then implanted, all but approximately four inches (4") above ground. Used for securing slaves. Note: Norman lets us know that there is a difference between a slave post and a slave stake.
Slave Star	A way of chaining slaves which forms a star.
slave steel	generic term for collars, chains, siriks, etc. worn by slaves
slave strap	a heavy strap or belt which buckles behind the wearer's back; in front, there is a metal plate with a welded ring, through which passes the 4 hort (5") chain of a pair of slave bracelets; designed to keep the wearer's hand before his body
Slave Training Room	Room in which the general training of slaves is done. Following is an example of one such room.
slave trap	a trap of powerful steel that is lined by sharp teeth which snap shut on the slave's leg and locks closed until opened by a key. The trap is locked, unlike an animal trap to prevent it being pried open by strong hands. Book 8: Hunters of Gor, page 126
slave veil	a small triangle of diaphanous yellow silk, worn across the bridge of the nose and covering the lower half of the face; it parodies the heavy veils worn by free women, as it conceals nothing and often arouses the lust of masters
slave wagon	a flat-bedded, barred wagon, like a large cage with a door in the rear, in which many slaves may be transported at one time, their ankles chained to a bar that runs down the center of the floor; tarpaulins are often used to cover the cage & hide the cargo; analogous to an old-fashioned Earth circus wagon
Slave Whip	Any of the number of whips used in disciplining slaves.
Slave Whistle	Whistle used in controlling slaves; used in issuing signals, commands, summoning.
slave wine	a black, bitter beverage made from sip root that acts as a contraceptive; its effect is instantaneous. Duration of efficacy is unknown but Norman is inconsistent in description of duration. Ceremonially, often Masters give the slave wine one a year; can be counter-acted with a another, sweet-tasting beverage
Slave Wire	Closely interwoven latticework of sharp strands of wire set at intervals of less than a hort; used in fencing of slave compounds. The barbs and knifelike prongs could easily cut a slave to pieces.
Slave Yoke	There are various designs to such yokes. An example is one which is a narrow piece of wood, approximately five feet (5') long with holes drilled in the middle and at each end; used for securing slaves. This particular sort of yoke is used mostly among the Red Savages of the Barrens. There are also yokes made of metal, intended for slaves with greater strength, such as male slaves.
Slave-Girl Discipline	The cruel sport of slave girls in a kennel in which they beat a slave girl lower in seniority among them.
Slaver	One who buys, acquires and sells slaves. They are members of the Caste of Merchants; their colors differing however, from the Merchants due to the nature of their goods.
Slaver's Caress / Whip Caress	1. a method of touching, without warning, a slavegirl who is being sold in order to exhibit her slave heat for potential buyers; also known as the Whip Caress, as it is commonly done using a coiled whip 2.
Slaver's Kiss Position	She falls to the floor upon all fours, and lowers her head to the ground, with her buttocks thrust upward and her thighs widely spread, exposing her hindquarters fully in preparation for the caress of the leather against her body. Common Gorean Usage Position of this position - She falls to the floor upon all fours, and keeps her head straight, her eyes looking forward, with her buttocks thrust upward and her thighs widely spread in preparation for the sexual use of the Master.
Slaver's Necklace	fanciful term for a coffle of slavegirls
Slavers, Caste of	the sub-caste of the Merchants, one who deals in human merchandise; their caste colors are blue and yellow
Slavers, League of Black	a branch of the Caste of Slavers; they work out of Schendi and its environs
slavery, vengeance and contempt	one form of vengeance slavery is proxy slavery where one woman, totally innocent, is enslaved and made to stand proxy for a hated, but unavailable woman, even being given her name. Ironically, even though the original woman may be found, the proxy is not released from slavery. Book 18: Blood Brothers of Gor, pages 139-140
Slaves of Ar, The	A paga tavern in Port Kar.
Slaves' Wharf	In port cities, such as Port Kar, rather than an elaborate slave auction house, slaves are simple sold on the wharves, generally males to be sold as galley slaves.
slee	a rodent which inhabits the rainforests inland of Schendi
Sleen	slang term for a back-stabbing individual	K
sleen	a ferocious feline, some 20 feet long, having 6 legs and 2 rows of teeth; there are four types: the prairie sleen, which is tawny; the forest sleen, which is black or brown; the aquatic sea sleen; and the white snow sleen; can be domesticated for herding and tracking. Litter size is four, first kill is at the age of two months. May be domesticated but may not be tamed.
Sleen	a tribe of Red Savages which inhabits the Barrens
Sleen Collar	Used for domestic sleen, a large, heavy leather collar, a metal ring sewn into the collar, by which a leash may be attached; has been known to be used on female slaves as well.
Sleen Knife	A small knife used by sleen trainers, favored by the panther girls.
Sleen Nets	Nets used by sleen hunters for capturing sleen; can also be used for the capturing of female slaves.
Sleen Soldiers	A warrior society of the Isbu Kaiila; their sign is a string of sleen claws worn about a warrior's neck. Not to be confused with the Sleen tribe.