Casanova
Americannoun
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Giovanni Jacopo 1725–98, Italian adventurer and writer.
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a man with a reputation for having many amorous adventures; rake; Don Juan.
noun
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Giovanni Jacopo (dʒoˈvanni ˈjaːkopo). 1725–98, Italian adventurer noted for his Mémoires, a vivid account of his sexual adventures and of contemporary society
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any man noted for his amorous adventures; a rake
Other Word Forms
- Casanovanic adjective
Example Sentences
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Investigators say Casanova was not hiking with the pair; however, rescue efforts launched Monday morning for the teen led the helicopter crew to the other two hikers on the mountainside.
From Los Angeles Times
Two other hikers were then spotted on the mountainside by a helicopter sent to rescue Casanova, but crews were unable to conduct the operation due to high winds, officials said.
From Los Angeles Times
Casanova went hiking on 29 December with a friend who was able to call for help after the teen fell.
From BBC
Junior quarterback Gabe Casanovas has 36 touchdown passes for the Mustangs.
From Los Angeles Times
Depp's costume in Sleepy Hollow, and Heath Ledger's masquerade ball costume from Casanova, are also up for sale.
From BBC
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