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noun

erotica

ih-ROT-ih-kuh

Erotica (noun) means Literature, art, or other creative work with sexual content intended to arouse.

noun

1

Literature, art, or other creative work with sexual content intended to arouse.

"The bookshop has a small section devoted to erotica."

How to use erotica

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSexually explicit or suggestive writing, art, or media.

Common mistake

Erotica usually implies a more literary or artistic tone than blunt pornography, though the line between the two is often blurry.

Easily confused with

pornography →

Word forms

eroticas plural

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Etymology

From Latin erotica, the neuter plural of eroticus, from Greek erōtikos ("relating to love").

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

porn pornography porno smut

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Rhymes for erotica

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of erotica?

"erotica" (noun) means literature, art, or other creative work with sexual content intended to arouse.

What is another word for erotica?

Other words for "erotica" include porn, pornography, porno, smut.

How do you use erotica in a sentence?

Example: "The bookshop has a small section devoted to erotica."

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