voyeur
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/vwɑˈjɜr/
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/vwɑːˈjɜːr/
watching secretly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'voyeur' originates from French, specifically the word 'voir,' where 'voir' meant 'to see.'
Historical Evolution
'voir' transformed into the French word 'voyeur,' and eventually became the modern English word 'voyeur.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who sees,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who gains sexual pleasure from watching others.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who gains sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or engaged in sexual activity.
The movie depicted the life of a voyeur who secretly observed his neighbors.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 22:06