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pornographic


Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or depicting explicit sexual subject matter.

    - "The pornographic movie was banned in the country."
    - "Some people find pornographic material offensive."

Synonyms

X-rated , pornographical
Variants
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pornographic , pornographically , pornographies , pornography
Etymology
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From Greek porne, a prostitute, + -graphikos, writing, recording.


Trivia
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  1. The first known erotic artwork dates back to the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Greece.

  2. The term 'pornography' was first used in English in the late 1800s.

  3. The production and distribution of pornography is regulated by laws in many countries.


Related Concepts
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  1. Erotica: A form of art that is sexually explicit, but with a focus on artistic expression and sensuality, as opposed to the explicit sexual acts depicted in pornography.


Culture
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In modern times, pornography has been a subject of controversy and debate due to its explicit nature. It has been used in various forms of art, literature, and media, often pushing the boundaries of social norms and taboos.

How to Memorize "pornographic"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine explicit sexual scenes or images to remember the meaning of 'pornographic'. Be careful with this as it may not be appropriate in all settings.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'pornographic' with explicit sexual content or material.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Pornographic' - 'P' for Prostitute, 'O' for Obscene, 'R' for Repulsive, 'N' for Naughty, 'O' for Offensive, 'G' for Graphic, and 'R' for Racy.


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