stuprum

noun

stu·​prum

ˈst(y)üprəm

plural -s

1

Roman & civil law : sexual intercourse between a man and an unmarried woman other than one in slavery or concubinage

2

Roman & civil law : illicit intercourse contrary to morality

3

Roman & civil law : unchastity of a woman

Word History

Etymology

Latin, defilement, dishonor, stuprum

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