Meaning of the word "femme fatale" in English

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femme fatale

US /ˌfem fəˈtɑːl/
UK /ˌfem fəˈtɑːl/
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Noun

1.

an attractive and seductive woman, especially one who is likely to cause distress or disaster to a man who becomes involved with her

Example:
She played the role of a classic femme fatale in the film, luring men to their doom.
The novel features a mysterious femme fatale who manipulates everyone around her.
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