Coprophilic

/ˌkoʊproʊˈfɪlɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by coprophilia; describing a psychiatric condition or behavior involving abnormal attraction to feces.

Etymology

From coprophilia + '-ic' (adjectival suffix). Used in clinical and forensic contexts to describe conditions or behaviors rather than persons.

Kelly Says

The adjective 'coprophilic' is almost exclusively used in academic psychiatric literature and true crime analysis—it's so specialized that most dictionaries don't include it.

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

Adjective form of paraphilia term; same legacy as coprophilia terminology.

Inclusive Usage

Use in clinical contexts only; avoid casual or derogatory application.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.