prostitute

[US]/ˈprɒstɪtjuːt/
[UK]/ˈprɑːstɪtuːt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. seller of sexual services; female prostitute; male prostitute.

Phrases & Collocations

prostitute oneself

Example Sentences

She was arrested for soliciting a prostitute.

He was caught with a prostitute in a hotel.

She worked as a prostitute to support her family.

The movie depicted the harsh reality of a prostitute's life.

He was accused of exploiting young prostitutes.

Many prostitutes face violence and abuse in their line of work.

She decided to leave the life of a prostitute and start anew.

The organization provides support for former prostitutes looking to rebuild their lives.

The documentary shed light on the dangers faced by street prostitutes.

Real-world Examples

Truman had a drinking problem and visited a prostitute.

Source: Newsweek

" how to be a prostitute" is over the line?

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 10

Yeah, but we're not sure she's a prostitute.

Source: English little tyrant

OK. She couldn't get a better job so she ended up being a prostitute.

Source: American English dialogue

The prostitute shouts, " Leave me alone, God! "

Source: Crash Course in Drama

A prostitute by the name of Mary Kelly.

Source: English little tyrant

Thugs, pickpockets and prostitutes lurked in the unlit alleys and shadowy streets.

Source: Gone with the Wind

At times like this, I wish women could go to male prostitutes.

Source: Sex and the City Selected Highlights

If you're an atheist, they're laid by dirty, lonely prostitutes.

Source: Mary and Max Original Soundtrack

The example I always use, I always use the example of a prostitute.

Source: Actor Dialogue (Bilingual Selection)

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