harlot
English
/ˈhɑːlət/, /ˈhɑɹlət/
noun
Definitions
- (derogatory) A female prostitute.
- (derogatory) A female who is considered promiscuous.
- (obsolete) A churl; a common man; a person, male or female, of low birth.
- (obsolete) A person given to low conduct; a rogue; a cheat; a rascal.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English harlot derived from Old French harlot.
Origin
Old French
harlot