casanova

This page is about the eponym casanova

Meaning

a man who easily charms and seduces women; a womanizer

For example

  • Watch out for the casanova to your right. He's been buying drinks for ladies all night.

  • I thought he loved me, but he turned out to be a casanova.

Origin: Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) was an Italian author, adventurer and socialite who had the reputation of being a womanizer. He was interested in casual relationships, and wrote about his affairs with many women.

Quick Quiz

Which of the following best describes a casanova?

a. John has been married seven times.

b. Jason takes a different woman home every night.

c. Alex is nervous around attractive women.
a) John has been married seven times. b) Jason takes a different woman home every night. c) Alex is nervous around attractive women.

Contributor: Tara Benwell