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Term: AVOWTER
Definition: An avowter is a person who commits the crime of adultery. This means they are married but have a romantic or sexual relationship with someone who is not their spouse. The crime of avowtry is another word for adultery. Other spellings of avowter include advouterer, avowterer, avouter, and advowter.
Definition: An adulterer. The crime was called avowtry. Also spelled advouterer; avowterer; avouter; advowter.
Example: John was caught cheating on his wife with his secretary. He was labeled an avowter and charged with the crime of avowtry.
Explanation: The term avowter refers to someone who commits adultery, which is the act of having sexual relations with someone who is not one's spouse. The example illustrates how someone who is caught committing adultery can be labeled an avowter and charged with the crime of avowtry.