prostitution

[ pros-ti-too-shuhn, -tyoo- ]

noun

1. the act or practice of engaging in sex acts, as sexual intercourse, for money.
2. base or unworthy use, as of talent or ability.

Other Words From

• an·ti·pros·ti·tu·tion adjective noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of prostitution¹

First recorded in 1545–55; from Late Latin prōstitūtiōn- (stem of prōstitūtiō ); prostitute, -ion

Related Words

• adultery