erotic

Definition

Relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement.

Etymology

From French érotique, from Ancient Greek ἐρωτικός (erōtikós, “related to love”), from ἔρως (érōs, “sexual love”).

Example Sentences

• "erotic entertainment and services"
• "I had an erotic dream last night."
• "There's a local cinema that only shows erotic movies."

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