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noun

whoring

noun
1
The act of working as a prostitute, or (figuratively) shamelessly selling out for money.
"The book explores whoring in Victorian London."
"He accused the network of whoring after ratings."

How to Use Whoring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWorking as a prostitute, or, more loosely, chasing money or attention with no shame.

When to use it

Vulgar and offensive; avoid in formal writing.

Word Forms

whorings plural

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Etymology

The -ing form of the verb whore.

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