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a man whose partner is unfaithful, often implying he is weak or humiliated
What is the origin of the term "cuckold" and how is it used?
"Cuckold" is an English term dating back to the Middle Ages, from the Old French cucuault, which refers to the cuckoo bird, known for laying its eggs in other birds' nests. The word came to describe a man whose wife is unfaithful, implying he is unaware, weak, or humiliated. Historically, it appeared in literature and social commentary as a moral or social insult. Today, it is still derogatory and often used in formal or humorous contexts, sometimes in internet subcultures, but it always carries connotations of shame or emasculation.
to have a sexual relationship with another person's spouse
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