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noun

swinger

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Swinger (noun) means someone who practices swinging — casual sexual activity with different partners, often within a couple relationship. Example: “The couple identified as swingers after joining a lifestyle club.”

noun
1
Someone who practices swinging — casual sexual activity with different partners, often within a couple relationship.
"The couple identified as swingers after joining a lifestyle club."
2
A voter who is not committed to one party and could vote either way.
"Campaign strategists focused heavily on swinger districts."

How to use swinger

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMost commonly, someone who has an open, non-monogamous sex life with a partner; also used for an undecided voter.

When to use it

The sexual sense is the dominant modern meaning and can carry an informal or risqué tone.

Word forms

swingers plural, swingers plural, Swingers plural

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Etymology

Perhaps an Americanized spelling of German Schwinger or Zwinger.

Origin: German

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of swinger?

"swinger" (noun) means someone who practices swinging — casual sexual activity with different partners, often within a couple relationship.

What is another word for swinger?

Other words for "swinger" include tramp.

What are the different meanings of swinger?

"swinger" has 2 main meanings: 1. Someone who practices swinging — casual sexual activity with different partners, often within a couple relationship; 2. A voter who is not committed to one party and could vote either way.

How do you use swinger in a sentence?

Example: "The couple identified as swingers after joining a lifestyle club."

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