Synonyms for ecdysiast
| Grammar : Noun |
| Spell : ek-diz-ee-ast, -ist |
| Phonetic Transcription : ɛkˈdɪz iˌæst, -ɪst |
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Définition of ecdysiast
Origin :- H.L. Mencken's invented proper word for "strip-tease artist," 1940, from Greek ekdysis "a stripping or casting off" (used scientifically with reference to serpents shedding skin or crustacea molting), from ekdyein "to put off" (contrasted with endyo "to put on"), from ek (see ex-) + dyein "to enter, to put on."
- As in erotic dancer : noun dancer who provides erotic entertainment
- As in exotic dancer : noun dancer who provides erotic entertainment
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