swinger

American  

[swing-er] / ˈswɪŋ ər /

noun

1. a person or thing that swings.

2. Slang. a lively, active, and modern person whose activities are fashionable or trendy.

3. Slang.

   1. a person who indulges in promiscuous sex.

   2. a person who engages in the exchanging of spouses for sexual activities.

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swinger British  

/ ˈswɪŋə /

noun

1. a person regarded as being modern and lively

2. a person who swaps sexual partners in a group, esp habitually

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Etymology

Origin of swinger

First recorded in 1535–45 swinger for def. 1; 1955–60 swinger for def. 2; swing ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

He wanted to become a comedian or TV presenter, inspired by his uproarious grandfather; in the meantime, he waited at opulent weddings, polo festivals and even a swingers’ party.

From The Guardian

New York authorities have said no to Sex and the City – shutting down a swingers club in Queens that was holding a sex party in contravention of restrictions aimed at curbing the rising coronavirus rate.

From The Guardian

“They were just a lot more patient today with certain guys that are usually swingers and more carefree, so that was interesting to see,” Snell said.

From Washington Times

“Lavel’s going to be a big key. Big plays, momentum swingers,” Armstrong said.

From Washington Times

Police reportedly believe that in the hours before Do Carmo’s shooting, he and Flordelis visited a swingers club in the Rio neighbourhood of Botafogo, in the shadow of the Christ the Redeemer statue.

From The Guardian