- L. seducereseductum; pref. se- aside + ducere to lead. See Duke
- To draw aside from the path of rectitude and duty in any manner; to entice to evil; to lead astray; to tempt and lead to iniquity; to corrupt.For me, the gold of France did not seduce.
- Specifically, to induce to engage in sexual intercourse.To allure; entice; tempt; attract; mislead; decoy; inveigle. See Allure.
