Definition & Meaning of "debauchee"in English

What is the origin of the term "debauchee" and how is it used?

"Debauchee" is an English term from the late 17th to early 18th century, derived from the French débauché, meaning someone who has been led astray or corrupted. It describes a person given to excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures, such as drinking, gambling, or sexual excess. The word was used in literature, social commentary, and moral criticism to highlight vice or moral weakness. It is derogatory, implying immorality or lack of self-control, but more formal or literary than crude slang.