🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Dogging

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Dogging

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Dogging/ˈdɒɡ.ɪŋ/
nounCEFR C2 (Proficient)Top #15000 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Le dogging est une pratique controversée en France."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The practice of engaging in sexual activity in a public place while being watched by others.

    "They were caught dogging in the park after dark."
  2. 2

    A social activity where individuals meet in public spaces to engage in sexual acts, often involving voyeurs.

    "Dogging has become a controversial topic in discussions about public morality."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'dogging' originated in the UK in the late 20th century, derived from the slang use of 'dog' to refer to a person who engages in sexual activity in public places. The term evolved to describe the act itself, often associated with voyeurism and exhibitionism.

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