Cuckoldry

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌkəldrɪ/

Definitions of cuckoldry

noun the practice of making a cuckold of a husband

Example Sentences

A1 I heard that cuckoldry is a form of infidelity.

A2 In some cultures, cuckoldry is seen as a shameful act.

B1 The play depicted a story of betrayal and cuckoldry.

B2 The novel explored the theme of cuckoldry in a complex and intriguing way.

C1 The film delved deep into the psychological effects of cuckoldry on the characters.

C2 The academic paper analyzed the historical implications of cuckoldry in different societies.

Examples of cuckoldry in a Sentence

formal The historical records show evidence of cuckoldry among the nobility.

informal He found out about the cuckoldry when he saw a suspicious text on her phone.

slang The gossip about his cuckoldry spread like wildfire in the small town.

figurative Betrayal in business deals can sometimes feel like a form of cuckoldry.

Grammatical Forms of cuckoldry

• past tense: cuckolded
• plural: cuckoldries
• comparative: more cuckoldly
• superlative: most cuckoldly
• present tense: cuckold
• future tense: will cuckold
• perfect tense: have cuckolded
• continuous tense: is cuckolding
• singular: cuckoldry
• positive degree: cuckoldry
• infinitive: to cuckold
• gerund: cuckolding
• participle: cuckolding

Origin and Evolution of cuckoldry

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'cuckoldry' originated from the Old French term 'cucuault' which comes from the cuckoo bird known for laying its eggs in other birds' nests, symbolizing an unfaithful wife.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'cuckoldry' evolved to refer to the act of a man being cheated on by his wife, often with the implication of humiliation and emasculation.