voyeurism
[ vwah-yur-iz-uhm, voi-, voi-uh-riz- ]
/ vwɑˈyɜr ɪz əm, vɔɪ-, ˈvɔɪ əˌrɪz- /
noun
the practice of obtaining sexual gratification by looking at sexual objects or acts, especially secretively.
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Medical definitions for voyeurism
voyeurism
[ voi-yûr′ĭz′əm ]
n.
The practice of being a voyeur.scopophilia
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Cultural definitions for voyeurism
voyeurism
[ (voy-ur-iz-uhm, vwah-yur-iz-uhm, voy-uhr-iz-uhm) ]
Deriving sexual satisfaction by secretly watching others undress or engage in sexual activity. (See peeping Tom.)
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