pedophile

noun

1. (US)An adult or older adolescent who is sexually attracted to prepubescent children.

   “Apart from his sexual behavior, the pedophile is typically law abiding.”

   “The pedophile, a particular type of child molester, is an adult whose conscious sexual interests and overt sexual behavior are directly either partially or exclusively toward children.”

   “He uses trolling techniques to fight back against trolls that he particularly finds malevolent—specifically pedophiles and RIP trolls.”

2. (US, broadly, derogatory)An adult who is sexually attracted to or engages in sexual acts with a child under the age of consent.

   “Multiple users on Truth Social responded to Trump’s post, calling for him to release more information. “You’re losing your most loyal followers and voices Mr President,” said one post. “Why are you protecting pedophiles?” said another post.”

3. (US, broadly, derogatory, nonstandard)A consumer of lewd artwork of characters under the age of consent.