erotica

[ih-rot-i-kuh]

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

1. written works, usually fiction, dealing with sexual love.

2. sexually explicit art, photographs, sculptures, or the like, depicting human sexuality.

erotica

/ ɪˈrɒtɪkə /

plural noun

1. explicitly sexual literature or art

Word History and Origins

Origin of erotica¹

1850–55; < Greek, neuter plural of erōtikós erotic

Word History and Origins

Origin of erotica¹

C19: from Greek erōtika, neuter plural of erōtikos _erotic

Related Words

• smut 

When To Use

What does erotica mean?

Erotica is visual art or writing created to sexually arouse the viewer or reader. It is commonly associated with novels and internet fan fiction.Content warning: the following content includes references to sexual activity.