noun
Casanova
ka-suh-NOH-vuh
Casanova (noun) means a man known for seducing many women; a charming, promiscuous lover. Example: “He had a reputation as the office casanova.”
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A man known for seducing many women; a charming, promiscuous lover.
"He had a reputation as the office casanova."
How to use Casanova
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA man famous for romancing many women — usually said with a hint of judgment.
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Common pairings
a real casanova
a notorious casanova
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Word forms
- Plural
- Casanovas
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Etymology
From Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798), the Venetian writer and adventurer whose memoirs of romantic conquests made his name a byword for a seductive ladies' man.
Class of 1725
Casanova joined the language around 1725.
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What does “Casanova” mean?
The word “Casanova” means a man known for seducing many women; a charming, promiscuous lover. In plain terms, a man famous for romancing many women — usually said with a hint of judgment.
How do you pronounce “Casanova”?
“Casanova” is pronounced ka-suh-NOH-vuh (/ˌkæsəˈnoʊvə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Casanova” in a sentence?
Here is “Casanova” used in a sentence: “He had a reputation as the office casanova.”
What part of speech is “Casanova”?
“Casanova” is a noun.
Where does the word “Casanova” come from?
The word “Casanova” dates back to around 1725. From Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798), the Venetian writer and adventurer whose memoirs of romantic conquests made his name a byword for a seductive ladies' man.
