Meaning & Definition of word "Lech"

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    Lech

    /lɛtʃ/

    noun:

    • 1. A man who is considered to be lecherous; someone who engages in excessive sexual activity or who has a strong and often inappropriate sexual desire.
      • Example: He was labeled a lech for his constant flirting with younger women.
    • 2. A person who is indulged in promiscuity or sexual immorality.
      • Example: The novel portrays the protagonist as a lech, chasing after every available partner.

    verb:

    • 1. To behave in a lecherous manner; to indulge in excessive sexual desire or activity.
      • Example: He couldn't help but lech after every attractive passerby.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'lecher', from Latin 'licere' meaning 'to be allowed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    leching after:

    To pursue someone in a lecherous manner.

    a lech for:

    An intense or excessive desire for something, often in a sexual context.

    Related Words

    lechery:

    Excessive or inappropriate sexual desire.

    lecherous:

    Having or showing excessive or offensive sexual desire.

    Slang Meanings of lech

    Meaning: A man who is overly flirtatious or sexual

    Example Sentence: That guy is such a lech; he never stops hitting on girls.

    Meaning: A dirty old man

    Example Sentence: You better not go near that old lech; he gives everyone the creeps.