A "playboy" is a man who is known for being wealthy, stylish, and carefree, often leading a lifestyle characterized by indulgence in leisure activities, particularly in socializing and pursuing romantic relationships with multiple partners. This term typically carries a connotation of being carefree and not taking relationships seriously.
The term "playboy" combines "play," deriving from the Old English "plega" meaning "to engage in play," and "boy," which in English refers to a young man. The phrase gained popularity in the early 20th century, especially after the establishment of the "Playboy" magazine in 1953, which epitomized the lifestyle of wealthy men who indulge in pleasures and attract female attention.