Simple Definition of erotica

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erotica

noun

ɪˈrɑːtɪkə
: works of art or literature that deal with sex and are meant to cause sexual feelings : erotic works
a collection of erotica

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“Erotica.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/erotica. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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