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Fleshpot: meaning, definitions and examples

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fleshpot

 

[ หˆflษ›สƒหŒpษ’t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

place of debauchery

A fleshpot is commonly understood to refer to a place associated with indulgence, pleasure, or a setting where immoral or decadent practices occur. Often linked to vice, such as drinking, gambling, or sexual activities, it can describe locations that appeal to hedonistic desires. The term carries a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of morality or disregard for societal norms. Historically, fleshpots have been locations of temptation, frequently referenced in literature and speech when describing places that offer temptation.

Synonyms

den of iniquity, nightclub, red-light district, vice district

Examples of usage

  • The city was filled with fleshpots that catered to tourists looking for excitement.
  • He warned me to stay away from the fleshpots of the nightlife scene.
  • In the novel, the protagonist frequented several fleshpots, drawn by their allure.
  • The documentary explored the fleshpots of urban life and their impact on society.

Translations

Translations of the word "fleshpot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lugar de prazer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅ‡เคถเฅเคฏเคพเคฒเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fleischgrube

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tempat pelacuran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปัƒะดะฝะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ burdel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่‚‰ไฝ“็š„ใชๅ ดๆ‰€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lupanar

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ burdel

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท genelev

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งค์ถ˜๊ตด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูƒุงู† ุงู„ูุณู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dลฏm prostitutek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prostituฤnรฝ dom

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‚‰ๆฌฒไน‹ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prostitutka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรบrsal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตะทำฉะบัˆะตะปะตั€ าฏะนั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒœแƒ แƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fahiลŸษ™ evi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ burdel

Etymology

The term 'fleshpot' dates back to the biblical era, first appearing in the book of Exodus in relation to the luxurious and sinful offerings that were made available to the Israelites in Egypt. The word is a combination of 'flesh', which refers to the physical body, and 'pot', suggesting a vessel that holds something. Originally, it was used to denote a place where rich foods, particularly meats, were stored or served, thus implying indulgence. Over time, its meaning evolved to encompass broader themes of decadence and moral corruption, becoming synonymous with places known for excessive pleasures and vices. This shift reflects a growing societal concern with moral behavior and the consequences of hedonism, resulting in the term being utilized often in literary and cultural criticisms of society.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,125, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.