Definition

Not a valid English word.

Example

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Conversation

Did you hear about that new documentary on corrupt businesses?

Yeah, I heard it's quite revealing about the prostitute practices in the industry.

It really makes you think about the ethics of profit, doesn’t it?

Absolutely! It's surprising how deep those prostitute motives can go.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who offers sexual services in exchange for money.

Example

The police arrested several individuals suspected of being prostitutes in the area.

Conversation

I read an article about how some people choose to become a prostitute for various reasons.

That's interesting, but it must be a tough life.

Yeah, they face a lot of challenges and stigma.

Definition

To offer oneself or another person for sexual services in exchange for money.

Example

She decided to prostitute herself to pay off her debts.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about that documentary on people who prostitute themselves in big cities?

Yeah, I saw a clip of it; it was really eye-opening.

I never realized how many reasons people have to prostitute themselves.

Root Explanation

Prostitute → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning for) and "statuere" (meaning to set up or establish). The word originally referred to someone who is set up for the purpose of sexual services, hence the modern meaning.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'set up for' ('pro-') a specific purpose, which in this case is to provide sexual services.

Visually Confused Words