01 n. Corruption of fidelity; seduction from virtue, duty, or allegiance.
pl.
Debaucheries
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Corruption of fidelity; seduction from virtue, duty, or allegiance.“The republic of Paris will endeavor to complete the debauchery of the army.” — Burke.
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Excessive indulgence of the appetites; especially, excessive indulgence of lust; intemperance; sensuality; habitual lewdness.“Oppose . . . debauchery by temperance.” — Sprat.