subject: Early Ejaculation: A Broad Definition [print this page] PE is extremely subjective though; for some couple, lasting twenty minutes and ejaculating is still considered premature, while for others, lasting twenty minutes is a marathon! PE is best defined when it has a continual and detrimental effect on the relationship as a whole because there is no sexual pleasure for either partner. Left unattended, PE can even contribute to divorce and break ups, which is why it's important to take a close look at your sexual life and make sure that you aren't suffering from this common sexual dysfunction