porn

noun
UK: /pɔːn/
US: /pɔːrn/

  1. Pictures or videos that show sexual acts, and are intended to cause sexual excitement.

    1. He watches porn every night. [ ] [ ]
    2. The internet has made it easier to access all kinds of porn. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

erotica smut
porn verb

  1. To watch or consume pornographic material.

    1. He admitted that he used to porn. [ ] [ ]
    2. Some people porn to relieve stress but its usage should be responsible. [ ] [ ]
porn adjective

  1. Used to describe something resembling pornography, often exploiting or objectifying a particular subject for sensational or shocking effect.

    1. The news became poverty porn. [ ] [ ]
    2. Disaster porn thrives on showcasing the worst aspects of human suffering. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "porn" is /pɔːn/ in British English and /pɔːrn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "porn": erotica, smut.

Example usage of "porn": "He watches porn every night.". More examples on the page.