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exhibitionism

noun [U]
 
 
/ˌek.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən.ɪ.zəm/

Definition

disapproving behaviour which tries to attract attention: It's exhibitionism to flaunt wealth so blatantly.Attention-seeking, distracting and showing off formal someone's enjoyment of showing their sexual organs in publicSexual activity in generalPhysical and sexual assault and abduction
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