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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Debauchery \De*bauch"er*y\, n.; pl. {Debaucheries}.
1. Corruption of fidelity; seduction from virtue, duty, or
allegiance.
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The republic of Paris will endeavor to complete the
debauchery of the army. --Burke.
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2. Excessive indulgence of the appetites; especially,
excessive indulgence of lust; intemperance; sensuality;
habitual lewdness.
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Oppose . . . debauchery by temperance. --Sprat.
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