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1. cuckoldom

noun. the state of a husband whose wife has committed adultery.

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Antonyms

Etymology

  • -dom (English)
  • -dom (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • cuckold (English)

Sentences with cuckoldom


1. "The rise of cuckoldom in modern society has sparked debate and controversy among scholars and the general public alike."

2. "Cuckoldom was once a common punishment for unfaithful wives in medieval Europe."

Quotes about cuckoldom


1. "Cuckoldom is a mental state more than anything else."
Russell Brand, The Guardian

2. "The idea of cuckoldom is so deeply ingrained in our culture that it's become a punchline."
Dan Savage, The Stranger

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