voluptuous

The definition of voluptuous is a full, shapely woman's figure.

(adjective)

An example of voluptuous was Marilyn Monroe’s body.

The definition of voluptuous is something expensive, luxurious or sensual that excites your senses.

(adjective)

An example of voluptuous is a bed with satin sheets.

See voluptuous in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

full of, producing, or characterized by sensual delights and pleasures; sensual
fond of or directed toward luxury, elegance, and the pleasures of the senses
1. suggesting or expressing sensual pleasure or gratification
2. sexually attractive because of a full, shapely figure
arising from sensual gratification

Origin: ME < L voluptuosus, full of pleasure < voluptas, pleasure < IE base *wel-, to wish, choose > will

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See voluptuous in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Giving, characterized by, or suggesting ample, unrestrained pleasure to the senses: voluptuous sculptural forms; a voluptuous ripe fruit; a full, voluptuous figure.
a. Devoted to or indulging in sensual pleasures.
b. Directed toward or anticipating sensual pleasure: voluptuous thoughts.
c. Arising from or contributing to the satisfaction of sensuous or sensual desires. See Synonyms at sensuous.

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Origin: Middle English

Origin: , from Old French voluptueux

Origin: , from Latin voluptuōsus, full of pleasure

Origin: , from voluptās, pleasure; see wel-¹ in Indo-European roots

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