Gadit

affair

Definitions (2)
1nounA matter or situation that involves or concerns someone, often of a private or personal nature.
The whole affair was kept secret from the public.
She handled the affair with great discretion.
The affair was discussed at the meeting.
2nounA romantic or sexual relationship, especially a secret or illicit one.
He had an affair with his colleague.
Their affair lasted for several months.
The affair caused a scandal in the community.
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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 meaning of a matter of concern or business. Over time, it also came to refer to romantic or sexual relationships, especially those that are secret or illicit.