philander
(especially of a man) to have many casual sexual encounters or affairs, especially when married or in a committed relationship.
Origin of philander
1Other words for philander
Other words from philander
- phi·lan·der·er, noun
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How to use philander in a sentence
He philandered marvelously, indefatigably, and this, too, cost him.
The unhealthy intoxication caught and held him; he danced and philandered with an abandon foreign to his nature.
Mountain | Clement WoodTo Kenelm's ardour she responded readily; and he philandered about her for a year or two.
The Closet of Sir Kenelm Digby Knight Opened | Kenelm DigbyHe was essentially manly in all respects: so manly, that many frail souls of either sex philandered about his over-robustness.
Life of Robert Browning | William SharpHer maiden fancy was speedily captured, and for a season they danced together, philandered, and sauntered in the park.
The Bishop's Apron | W. Somerset Maugham
After all, I would rather Alfred philandered than fretted and fussed here alone with me.
British Dictionary definitions for philander
/ (fɪˈlændə) /
(intr often foll by with) (of a man) to flirt with women
Origin of philander
1Derived forms of philander
- philanderer, noun
- philandering, noun, adjective
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