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Definition of lecherously

lecherously

/ˈlɛtʃ.ər.əs.li/
lech · er · ous · ly
Adjective:lecherous
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• adverb

1

In a manner showing excessive, offensive, or unrestrained sexual desire.

Example

"The villain in the play grinned lecherously at the heroine before being chased off the stage."

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• Rhymes for lecherously

• Nearby Words

lechenaultia
lecher
lecherous
lecherously
lechwe
lectern
lecture

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'lecherous' plus '-ly', ultimately tracing back to the Old French 'lecheor' (a glutton or sensualist), from the verb 'lechier' meaning 'to lick' or 'to live in debauchery'.

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