noun
nympho
NIHM-foh
Nympho (noun) means Informal, often derogatory, short form of nymphomaniac. Example: “The tabloid used the crude label "nympho" to mock her.”
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Informal, often derogatory, short form of nymphomaniac.
"The tabloid used the crude label "nympho" to mock her."
How to use nympho
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA slangy, usually rude shortening of "nymphomaniac".
When to use it
Informal and often considered offensive or reductive; best avoided in respectful writing.
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Word forms
- Plural
- nymphos, nymphoes
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Etymology
A clipped form of nymphomaniac.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “nympho” mean?
The word “nympho” means informal, often derogatory, short form of nymphomaniac. In plain terms, a slangy, usually rude shortening of "nymphomaniac".
How do you pronounce “nympho”?
“Nympho” is pronounced NIHM-foh (/ˈnɪmfoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “nympho” in a sentence?
Here is “nympho” used in a sentence: “The tabloid used the crude label "nympho" to mock her.”
What part of speech is “nympho”?
“Nympho” is a noun.
