Definitions

1. noun

A homosexual relationship between an adult male and a younger male, often a boy or adolescent, especially in ancient Greece.

“In ancient Greece, pederasty was a common practice where older men would take younger boys as their companions and mentors.”

2. noun

A romantic or erotic relationship between an adult male and a younger male, often characterized by a significant age difference and a power imbalance.

“The concept of pederasty has been debated by scholars and historians, with some arguing that it was a form of exploitation and others seeing it as a consensual relationship.”