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Meanings
1
A person devoted to pleasure-seeking, often with a nuance of dissipation or debauchery. Slightly old-fashioned; more common in literary or historical contexts.
In his youth, he made a name for himself as a libertine.
2
Someone who avoids work and indulges in leisure or hobbies. Often carries a critical tone.
That lazy person spends all day playing pachinko.
3
hobbyist; enthusiast
A person deeply absorbed in a hobby or pastime, sometimes to the point of neglecting other responsibilities. Can be used affectionately or critically depending on context.
My father is a fishing enthusiast and always goes out to sea on weekends.