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prostitution

/pros-ti-too-shuhn, -tyoo-/US // ˌprɒs tɪˈtu ʃən, -ˈtyu- //

卖淫,卖淫业,卖淫行为,卖淫活动

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : the act or practice of engaging in sexual intercourse for money.
    • : base or unworthy use, as of talent or ability.

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Examples

  • Prostitution is not a crime in Brazil, and has been a recognized occupation since 2002.

  • Prostitution opponents cite scientific studies; supporters of legalization find flaws in the data.

  • Prostitution in Italy is not illegal, unless it is with an underage minor.

  • Prostitution is not a crime in Italy unless it is with a minor.

  • Prostitution in Italy is not a crime unless it is with a minor.

  • Prostitution exists wherever a woman makes the selling of her charms a trade.

  • Paul Kampffmeyer—Prostitution as a social class phenomenon and the social and political struggle against it.

  • Prostitution disappears and monogamy, instead of going out of existence, at last becomes a reality—for men also.

  • Prostitution is not an easy or agreeable subject to treat; it will be disposed of, therefore, in the fewest words possible.

  • Prostitution is generally the direct result of the disgrace put upon a woman by loss of virtue.