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      Pleasure

      /ˈplɛʒər/

      Meaning & Definition

      noun
      A feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment.
      She takes great pleasure in painting landscapes.
      A cause or source of delight.
      It was a pleasure to meet your family.
      A favorable or enjoyable situation.
      Winning the award was a pleasure beyond her expectations.
      verb
      To give pleasure to; to satisfy the desires or feelings of.
      He pleased his audience with a wonderful performance.
      To take pleasure in; to enjoy.
      She always pleases in good company.

      Etymology

      Middle English: from Old French plaisir, based on Latin placere 'to please'.

      Common Phrases and Expressions

      At your pleasure:
      At a time convenient for you.
      Pleasure trip:
      A journey taken for enjoyment rather than work.
      To one's pleasure:
      To the satisfaction or enjoyment of someone.

      Related Words

      please
      To cause to feel happy or satisfied.
      pleasurable
      Providing pleasure and enjoyment.
      pleasurable activities
      Activities that give enjoyment or satisfaction.

      Slang Meanings

      Good times
      We had a good time at the party, pure pleasure.
      Kick
      That new ride was such a kick, I loved the pleasure it gave!