Gadit

affair

Definitions (2)
1nounA romantic or sexual relationship, especially a secret or illicit one.
She had an affair with her colleague.
The novel is about a scandalous affair in a small town.
Their affair lasted for several months.
2nounAn event or situation, especially one of a particular type or that has been previously mentioned.
The charity affair was a great success.
The political affair caused a lot of controversies.
He handled the affair with great skill.
Word Origin
Language
French
Original word
affaire
Originally meant
a matter, business, or concern
Background
The word 'affair' comes from the Old French 'affaire', which meant a matter or business. It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, retaining its sense of a matter or concern, and later developed the additional meaning of a romantic or illicit relationship.