harlotry

/'hɑ:lətri/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The practice or profession of engaging in sexual activity for payment: "Harlotry" refers to the work or business of a prostitute.
    • Promiscuous or lewd behavior: By extension, it can denote behavior considered unchaste or immoral.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The novel depicted the grim reality of harlotry in the city's underworld.
    • He accused her of harlotry, though she was merely dressing in a modern style.
Advanced Usage
  • "To live in harlotry": To live a life characterized by promiscuity or prostitution.
    • The preacher condemned those who lived in harlotry and sin.
Variants and Related Words
  • Harlot (n): A prostitute.
    • The historical figure was unjustly labeled a harlot by her enemies.
Synonyms
  • Prostitution: The practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity for payment.
  • Vice: Immoral or wicked behavior, often used in contexts like "vice district."
  • Whoredom: (Archaic) The practice of being a prostitute.
Related Phrases
  • Life of harlotry: A life dedicated to prostitution.
    • She was forced into a life of harlotry to survive.
Related Idioms
  • "The oldest profession": A euphemistic idiom for prostitution, which is the concept described by "harlotry."
    • Harlotry is often cynically referred to as the oldest profession.
Noun
  1. offering sexual intercourse for pay

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