Meaning & use
Romeo
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A man known for his passionate pursuit of romantic or sexual relationships with women; a charming seducer.
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The office Romeo was famous for his flirtatious charm at every party.
Don't be fooled by his Romeo act; he's flattered a dozen women this month.
A note on using this word
Lowercase 'romeo' derives from Shakespeare's tragic hero in Romeo and Juliet, whose name became shorthand for an ardent male lover.
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