pedophilia
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of pedophilia
From New Latin, dating back to 1905–10; see origin at pedo- 1, -philia
Example Sentences
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He also promised to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, which QAnon conspiracists and others believe prove elite debauchery, including pedophilia.
From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026
O’Neil said the government intended to extend the preventative detention concept beyond terrorism to crimes including pedophilia.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 28, 2023
"This was a regrettable episode, which tarnished the just and worthy cause of defending victims of pedophilia."
From Reuters • Aug. 3, 2023
Balenciaga, once the hottest brand on the fashion calendar, had a spectacular fall from grace last autumn after it was accused of promoting pedophilia in its advertising campaigns; it is still trying to regain momentum.
From New York Times • Jul. 18, 2023
James Gunn was publicly blasted after old tweets were unearthed where he made jokes about rape, pedophilia, 9/11 and the Holocaust.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 1, 2022
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