prostitution

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

Engaging in sexual activity with another person for pay.
Engaging in sexual activity with another person in exchange for goods (not necessarily money) or services.
Debasement for profit or impure motives.

/ˌprɒstɪˈt͡ʃuːʃn/ /prɒstɪˈtjuːʃn/ en-us-prostitution.ogg

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From Late Latin prostitutio. Equivalent to prostitute + -ion.

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