Dictionnaire érotique moderne

Name: Dictionnaire érotique moderne
Author: Alfred Delvau

By Alfred Delvau

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A lexicon collecting French erotic and slang vocabulary, offering definitions, usage examples, and literary citations from older and contemporary sources. The compiler focuses on modern colloquialisms born in brothels, markets, and popular speech, supplementing entries with an introduction that defends plain naming against prudish conventions and situates the terms in linguistic tradition. Editions and prefatory materials by other scholars are included, and the text emphasizes contrast between candid popular language and sanitized formal dictionaries. The arrangement is alphabetical and aims to record terms in current use while omitting archaic or widely accepted literary words.

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Alfred Delvau

Alfred Delvau was a French writer and lexicographer, known for his contributions to the understanding of colloquial and erotic language in 19th-century France. His notable works include "Dictionnaire de la langue verte," which explores the slang and idiomatic expressions of the time, and "Dictionnaire érotique moderne," a pioneering work that delves into erotic terminology and culture. Delvau's literary style often reflects a keen observation of social nuances, making his writings both informative and entertaining. Additionally, his memoir, "Au bord de la Bièvre: impressions et souvenirs," provides personal insights into his experiences and the Parisian landscape.