Main Entry:

lux·u·ry

Pronunciation:

\ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē, -zh(ə-)rē\

Function:

noun

Inflected Form(s):

plural lux·u·ries

Etymology:

Middle English luxurie, from Anglo-French luxorie, from Latin luxuria rankness, luxury, excess; akin to Latin luxus luxury, excess

Date:

14th century

1archaic : lechery, lust2: a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment <lived in luxury>3 a: something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary <one of life's luxuries> b: an indulgence in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease <had the luxury of rejecting a handful of job offers — Terri Minsky>

— luxury adjective