Lecher: meaning, definitions and examples
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lecher
[ ˈletʃər ]
inappropriate behavior
A lecher is a person who has strong sexual desires and behaves in a way that is considered inappropriate or offensive.
Synonyms
debauchee, lascivious person, pervert
Examples of usage
- He was known around the office as a lecher, always making inappropriate comments to his female coworkers.
- The old man was often seen leering at young women, earning him a reputation as a lecher.
- She felt uncomfortable around him, sensing his lecherous gaze upon her.
Translations
Translations of the word "lecher" in other languages:
🇵🇹 libertino
🇮🇳 कामुक व्यक्ति
🇩🇪 Lüstling
🇮🇩 hidung belang
🇺🇦 розпусник
🇵🇱 lubieżnik
🇯🇵 好色家 (こうしょくか)
🇫🇷 débauché
🇪🇸 lascivo
🇹🇷 şehvet düşkünü
🇰🇷 호색한 (hoseaghan)
🇸🇦 شهواني
🇨🇿 zhýralec
🇸🇰 zhýralec
🇨🇳 色鬼 (sèguǐ)
🇸🇮 razvratnež
🇮🇸 lostamaður
🇰🇿 құмар
🇬🇪 ვნებიანი (vnebiani)
🇦🇿 şəhvət düşkünü
🇲🇽 lascivo
Word origin
The word 'lecher' originated from the Old French term 'lechier', which meant 'to lick' or 'to live in debauchery'. Over time, the word evolved to refer to someone with strong sexual desires and inappropriate behavior. The concept of a lecher has been prevalent in various cultures throughout history, often associated with lust and immorality.