adjective
exotic
Sexually suggestive, especially in connection with striptease entertainment.
The article examines labor conditions for exotic dancers.
Etymology
Greek exotikos meant foreign or from outside. Exotic developed associations with unusual allure, and entertainment adopted it as a suggestive label for striptease and related performance.
More examples
- The venue advertised exotic entertainment for adults.
- She interviewed an exotic dancer about workplace rules.
- The report discussed licensing for exotic dance clubs.
Forms
exotic
Similar words
- erotic
- Sexually suggestive or arousing.
- adult entertainment
- The broader industry description.