Phrase guide

Tom Jones

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • UK: /ˌtɒm ˈdʒəʊnz/
  • US: /ˌtɑm ˈdʒoʊnz/
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noun

Meaning 1

A desirable man of loose morals, prone to having sex with many women.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: rare

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

After the title character in The History of Tom Jones, written by Henry Fielding and published in 1749; now perhaps also influenced by the Welsh singer of the same name and similar reputation.