porn
noun
Simple meaning
A pornographic work.
Pronunciation
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pawrnIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈpɔɹn
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
countableinformalchiefly in the plural
A pornographic work.
uncountableinformal
Material, usually visual, presenting something desirable in a sensational manner.
uncountableinformal
Pornography.
uncountableinformaloften humorous
Material that provides illicit gratification of an obsessive or unhealthy interest in something.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A2 · Elementary (estimated)
- Frequency
- Very Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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Someone who presents shows or sells writing or pictures that are sexually explicit in violation of the community mores.
The illegal use of children in pornographic pictures or films.
The illegal use of children in pornographic pictures or films.
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