LUXURY

noun (plural -ries) Etymology: Middle English luxurie, from Anglo-French luxorie, from Latin luxuria rankness, ~, excess; akin to Latin luxus ~, excess Date: 14th century lechery , lust , a condition of abundance or great ease and comfort ; sumptuous environment , 3. something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary , an indulgence in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease , ~ adjective