Bodice ripper

19:04 Sep 11, 2013
This question was closed without grading. Reason: No acceptable answer

English to Turkish translations [Non-PRO]
Idioms / Maxims / Sayings / Technical term
English term or phrase: Bodice ripper
For definition see:- http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=bodice ripper
A sexually explicit romantic novel; usually in a historical setting and always with a plot involving the seduction of the heroine.
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Local time: 06:44


Summary of answers provided
3BR roman
ATIL KAYHAN


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11 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 3/5Answerer confidence 3/5
bodice ripper
BR roman


Explanation:
There is no equivalent in Turkish. So, the expression "bodice ripper" should somehow come into picture in order to describe it.

ATIL KAYHAN
Türkiye
Local time: 09:44
Native speaker of: Native in TurkishTurkish
PRO pts in category: 20
Notes to answerer
Asker: Since BR roman isn't a real equivalent, I haven't awarded any points for your answer. Perhaps one could say 'konusu geçmişte gecen erotik bir roman'.

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