Definition

A person who performs a striptease, which is a dance where they gradually remove their clothing in a seductive manner.

Example

The ecdysiast captivated the audience with her graceful movements and confident presence.

Conversation

Did you hear about that famous ecdysiast performing in town this weekend?

Yeah, I read a lot about her; she's quite popular!

I wonder what makes an ecdysiast so captivating to the audience.

It's probably the art of performance and confidence they bring to the stage.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ecdysiast → It is formed from "ekdysis" (from Greek "ekdysis", meaning shedding or stripping off) and the suffix "-ast" (indicating a person who performs a specific action). An ecdysiast is a person who sheds their clothing, typically referring to a stripper or someone who performs a striptease.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'shedding' ('ekdysis') their clothing — that's why an ecdysiast is someone who performs this act.

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