Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fancy-woman
Noun
/ˈfæn.si ˈwʊm.ən/
Definition
A woman who is in a romantic or sexual relationship with a man who is married or who has a partner.
Examples
- She was known as his fancy-woman, often seen in public with him despite his marriage.
- In the old novel, the fancy-woman played a pivotal role in the love triangle.
Meaning
The term often implies that the relationship is kept secret or not officially recognized.
Synonyms
- mistress
- paramour
- concubine
