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prostitution Definition and Meaning in English (prostitution definition)

noun
Synonyms:sex workcommercial sex
Quick Answer • Definition

Prostitution definition: Prostitution is the practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity with someone for payment.

Definitions of Prostitution

  1. 1noun

    Prostitution is the practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity with someone for payment.

Example Sentences

formal

“Prostitution is illegal in many countries around the world.”

formal

“The debate over the legalization of prostitution is complex and ongoing.”

Synonyms

sex workcommercial sex

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveprostitute
past tenseprostituted
present participleprostituting
nounprostitute

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Prostitution definition: Prostitution is the practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity with someone for payment.
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'Prostitution' translates to 'prostitution' in English. Prostitution definition: Prostitution is the practice or occupation of engaging in sexual activity with someone for payment.
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