prostitute

Definition

Debased, corrupt; seeking personal gain by dishonourable means.

Etymology

From Latin prōstitūtus, past participle of prōstituō, from prō̆ (“for, before”) + statuō (“to set up, to erect”).

Example Sentences

• "[H]e speaks a languages that merits not reply, and which can only excite contempt for his prostitute principles, or pity for his ignorance."
• "They rightly say that attacks against prostitute women are common and that it's only when five are murdered in one place that it starts to provoke debate."
• "As a matter of ease, exposed and prostitute to every Mother-wit, and to be attained without any great care or study."