lechery

[ lech-uh-ree ]

noun

, plural lech·er·ies.

1. unrestrained or excessive indulgence of sexual desire.

   Synonyms: carnality, promiscuity, lust

2. a lecherous act.

lechery

/ ˈlɛtʃərɪ /

noun

1. unrestrained and promiscuous sexuality

Word History and Origins

Origin of lechery¹

1200–50; Middle English lecherie < Old French. See lecher, -y ³