English Explanatory Dictionary

bodice-ripping

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A lustful scene of seduction and violent or forcefully initiated sex.
adj
  1. Characteristic of a bodice ripper.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-bodice-ripping.wav

Word forms

bodice-ripping bodice-rippings bodice ripping more bodice-ripping most bodice-ripping

Etymology

From bodice ripper.

Synonyms

bodice-rippery
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