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    Seduce , v. t. [imp. & p. p. Seduced ; p. pr. & vb. n. Seducing .] [L. seducere, seductum; pref. se- aside + ducere to lead. See Duke.]
    1. To draw aside from the path of rectitude and duty in any manner; to entice to evil; to lead astray; to tempt and lead to iniquity; to corrupt.
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      For me, the gold of France did not seduce.
      Shak.

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    2. Specifically, to induce to engage in sexual intercourse.
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      Syn. -- To allure; entice; tempt; attract; mislead; decoy; inveigle. See Allure.

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