Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pornography
Noun
/pɔːrˈnɒɡrəfi/
Definition
Pornography refers to the portrayal of sexual subject matter for the purpose of sexual arousal and erotic satisfaction.
Examples
- Many people discuss the impacts of pornography on relationships.
- He decided to avoid pornography to focus on healthier forms of intimacy.
- There is a debate about the regulation of online pornography.
Meaning
Typically, pornography involves explicit content that depicts sexual acts or sexualized images that can be found in various media forms.
Synonyms
- Adult content
- Erotica
- Smut
- Blue movies
