transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈlək-sh(ə-)rē, -zh(ə-)rē ]
noun
( plural -ries )
Etymology: Middle English luxurie, from Anglo-French luxorie, from Latin luxuria rankness, luxury, excess; akin to Latin luxus luxury, excess
Date: 14th century
1. archaic : lechery , lust
2. : a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment
lived in luxury
3.
a. : something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
one of life's luxuries
b. : an indulgence in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease
had the luxury of rejecting a handful of job offers — Terri Minsky
• luxury adjective