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gigolo

/ˈʒɪɡ.ə.loʊ/
gig · o · lo
Plural:gigolos
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• noun

1

A younger man who is paid or financially supported by an older, wealthier person (typically a woman) in exchange for romantic companionship or sexual favors.

Example

"The novel follows a charming gigolo who frequents luxury resort hotels along the French Riviera."

2

A professional male dancing partner or social escort hired to accompany a woman at dance halls or social events.

Example

"In 1920s Paris, wealthy patrons often hired a gigolo to serve as a polished tango partner for the evening."

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• Nearby Words

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giggler
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gila monster

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 20th century from French gigolo, formed as a masculine back-formation from gigolette (a female dancing partner), which likely derives from giguer ('to dance' or 'to hop') and gigue ('fiddle' or 'shank').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gigolo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gigolo
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