Definition

The act of taking away someone's virginity, often associated with the first sexual experience.

Example

The deflowering of a virgin is often considered a significant event in many cultures.

Conversation

I heard that the concept of deflowering is often misunderstood in movies.

Yeah, they make it seem so dramatic, don't they?

Exactly! It's just a natural part of growing up.

For sure, it's important to talk about it openly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To take away someone's virginity, often used in a historical or literary context.

Example

The story described the deflowering of the young bride on her wedding night.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the story they wrote about deflowering the garden?

Yeah, it sounds really interesting!

I think it's a unique way to describe the process of making space for new plants.

Root Explanation

Deflowering → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "flower" (from Old English "flōwer", meaning the reproductive part of a plant). The word "deflowering" refers to the act of taking away the flower, often used metaphorically to describe the loss of virginity or purity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking away' ('de-') the 'flower' of something, which helps you remember that 'deflowering' refers to the loss of purity or virginity.

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