courtesan

• اسم يشير إلى امرأة ترتبط بعلاقة مع رجل ذي مكانة أو ثراء، غالبًا في سياق تاريخي أو رسمي، وقد تكون هذه العلاقة مقابل مكاسب مادية أو اجتماعية. ويُطلق أيضًا على المرأة الجميلة ذات التأثير في بلاط الملوك والأمراء.

A noun referring to a woman who is in a relationship with an important or wealthy man, often in a historical or formal context.

1. Historical companionC1formal

   A woman, especially in historical contexts, who was a companion to a wealthy or powerful man, often providing companionship and intimacy in exchange for status and support.

   محظية

   • In Renaissance Italy, a courtesan could be highly educated and influential.
   • The king's courtesan was known for her wit and political advice.
   • Historical courtesans often held a unique social position, distinct from other women.

   المرادفاتconcubinekept womanmistressparamour