English Explanatory Dictionary

Drury Lane vestal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A prostitute.

Word forms

Drury Lane vestal Drury Lane vestals

Etymology

Drury Lane in London was historically known for prostitution; the word vestal (“a virgin”) is used ironically.

Related words

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