Definition of pleasure
1 : desire, inclination wait upon his pleasure — William Shakespeare
2 : a state of gratification
3a : sensual gratificationb : frivolous amusement
4 : a source of delight or joy
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Examples of pleasure in a Sentence
I paint for the sheer pleasure of it.
His grandparents took great pleasure in seeing him graduate from college.
Is this trip for business or pleasure?
It is a special pleasure for me to be here with you today.
Now I can enjoy the simple pleasures of life, like spending time with my family.
Origin and Etymology of pleasure
Middle English plesure, alteration of plesir, from Anglo-French plaisir, from plaisir to please
Examples of pleasure in a Sentence
a wine that is sure to pleasure even the most discriminating palate
First Known Use of pleasure
1537
PLEASURE Defined for English Language Learners
pleasure
playDefinition of pleasure for English Language Learners
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: a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction : a pleasant or pleasing feeling
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: activity that is done for enjoyment
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: something or someone that causes a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
PLEASURE Defined for Kids
pleasure
playDefinition of pleasure for Students
1 : a feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction I take great pleasure in reading.
2 : recreation or enjoyment Is the trip for business or pleasure?
3 : something that pleases or delights It's been a pleasure working with you.
4 : a particular desire What is your pleasure?
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