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philander
/ fɪˈlændə /
verb
- introften foll bywith (of a man) to flirt with women
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Derived Forms
- phiˈlandering, nounadjective
- phiˈlanderer, noun
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Other Words From
- phi·lan·der·er noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of philander1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of philander1
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Example Sentences
"I—ah—thought it would not be—ah—quite appropriate," lisped William Philander.
If she had no disposition to philander what was his warrant for supposing she could be corrupted into respectability?
John looks at Philander and the latter nods, for it all seems clear and above board.
His assurance carries the day; the man backs down and allows Philander a passage.
You noticed how she stared at you and asked your name; why, it didn't matter if a dozen Philander Sharpe were near by.
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