porno
word
Definition
A shortened slang term for 'pornography', referring to films, videos, or images that show sexual activity intended to cause sexual excitement.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and considered vulgar; avoid in formal or professional contexts. Usually refers to visual material (videos, magazines, websites). Can be used as a noun ('watch porno') or as an adjective ('porno movie'), but 'porn' is much more common in modern English. 'Porno' can sound old-fashioned or intentionally provocative.
Example Sentences
He watched porno on his computer.
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Some websites have too much porno.
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She doesn't like porno movies.
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I'm tired of all the spam emails with porno links.
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He said he accidentally clicked on a porno ad at work.
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Back in the '90s, people used to rent porno VHS tapes.
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