noun

philandering

noun

The behavior of having casual or secret love affairs, especially while already in a relationship.

"Rumors of his philandering eventually reached the press."

How to Use Philandering

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCheating around or having secret affairs, especially by a man who already has a partner.

When to use it

Formal/literary in tone; you're more likely to read it in a news story than hear it in casual conversation.

philanderings plural

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Rumors of his _____ eventually reached the press.

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