whorehouse

noun

whore·​house ˈhȯr-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce whorehouse (audio)
ˈhu̇r-
plural whorehouses
Synonyms of whorehousenext
disparaging + offensive
: a business establishment where sex workers are available for hire : brothel

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of whorehouse was in the 14th century

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“Whorehouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whorehouse. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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