Definition of temptress
: a woman who tempts or entices
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Greta Garbo, one of the most famous temptresses ever to appear on screen, died in 1990.
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In addition to a spectrum of sounds, Wired magazine senior editor/pop culture temptress Nancy Miller offers a distinct dose of commentary that will surely make your ears a bit perky.
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TEMPTRESS Defined for English Language Learners
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: a woman who makes a man want to have sex with her : a very attractive woman
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