Promiscuity
/prəˌmɪsɪˈkjuːɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The state or practice of engaging in numerous sexual relationships or partners, often used in legal contexts related to family law, morality statutes, or evidence of character.
The court considered evidence of promiscuity in the custody dispute.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, promiscuity may be relevant as evidence of character or moral conduct, but care must be taken to apply such evidence fairly to avoid prejudice.
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