Meaning of harlot in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhɑrlət/

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  1. Noun

    harlot

    Etymology

    Middle English (denoting a vagabond or beggar, later a lecherous man or woman): from Old French harlot, herlot‘young man, knave, vagabond’

    Definitions

    1. a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money

    Derived terms

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