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Definition
Money earned through prostitution.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of moral judgment and social stigma, often used to describe the source of income with disdain. It is strictly derogatory and should be avoided in polite or professional conversation. The phrase highlights the physical toll and the commodification of the body, distinguishing it from other forms of illicit or low-status labor.
Examples
She supports her whole family by working as a prostitute.
Related words
Common phrases
to earn money through prostitution
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a neutral term for sex work, but it is highly offensive and judgmental. It is not a professional or descriptive term used by those within the industry to describe their own work.
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Grammar guides
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