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debauching

|de-bauch-ing|

/dɪˈbɔːtʃɪŋ/

(debauch)

indulgence in sensual pleasures

Base Form	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Noun
debauch	debauches	debauched	debauched	debauching	debauchery

Etymology

Etymology Information

'debauch' originates from French, specifically the word 'débaucher,' where 'dé-' meant 'away' and 'bauche' meant 'work.'

Historical Evolution

'débaucher' transformed into the English word 'debauch' during the 16th century.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to lead away from work,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to lead into immoral behavior.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to lead someone away from virtue or excellence, often into immoral or excessive behavior.

The novel depicts a young man debauching in the city.

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Verb 2

present participle of 'debauch'.

He is debauching his time with frivolous activities.

Examples

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