Meaning of the word prostitute in English

What does prostitute mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

prostitute

US /ˈprɑː.stə.tuːt/
UK /ˈprɒs.tɪ.tʃuːt/

Noun

a person who engages in sexual activity for payment

Example:
The police arrested a prostitute and her client.
She was forced into becoming a prostitute.

Verb

to offer oneself or another for sexual activity in exchange for money

Example:
He was accused of trying to prostitute his sister.
Some people feel that artists should not prostitute their talents for commercial gain.
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