porno

word

/ˈpɔɹnoʊ/
POR-noh
/pˈɔːnəʊ/
PAW-noh

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.

basic

Some websites have too much porno.

basic

She doesn't like porno movies.

basic

I'm tired of all the spam emails with porno links.

natural

He said he accidentally clicked on a porno ad at work.

natural

Back in the '90s, people used to rent porno VHS tapes.

natural