harlotry

[ hahr-luh-tree ]

noun

1. prostitution.

Word History and Origins

Origin of harlotry¹

First recorded in 1275–1325, harlotry is from the Middle English word harlotrie. See harlot, -ry

Example Sentences

“She has been among the sisters for months, displaying the evidence of her vile harlotry!”

From Literature

Though Richard’s reasons for hating her were largely political, her punishments were tied to her harlotry.

From Time

“I know, you are the fine good Anglo-Saxon boy. 1 know. You are the remorse boy, I know. I will wait till I see the Anglo-Saxon brushing away harlotry with a toothbrush.”

From Literature

Infanticides, incest, murder, harlotry, are all over the chart.

From Project Gutenberg

Maeterlinck's heroine, on the other hand, sinks lower than harlotry: when her body is beyond buying she sells her hand.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• adultery