Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pederasty

Noun

/ˈpɛdəræsti/

Definition

A sexual relationship between an adult man and a boy, typically involving some form of eroticism.

Examples

In ancient Greece, pederasty was considered an accepted practice within certain social norms.
The term pederasty is often discussed in historical contexts rather than contemporary society.

Meaning

Pederasty refers to a specific type of intimate relationship historically practiced in some cultures, where an adult man engages in sexual acts or a sexual relationship with an adolescent boy.