noun Uncommon

soliciting

Soliciting (noun) means the act of asking for money, business, or, illegally, for paid sex. Example: “Signs near the mall warned against soliciting without a permit.”

noun

The act of asking for money, business, or, illegally, for paid sex.

"Signs near the mall warned against soliciting without a permit."

How to Use Soliciting

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ongoing act of asking for something — often used for street solicitation, whether commercial or illegal.

Word Forms

solicitings plural

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Rhymes for soliciting

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “soliciting” mean?

The word “soliciting” means the act of asking for money, business, or, illegally, for paid sex. In plain terms, the ongoing act of asking for something — often used for street solicitation, whether commercial or illegal.

How do you use “soliciting” in a sentence?

Here is “soliciting” used in a sentence: “Signs near the mall warned against soliciting without a permit.”

What part of speech is “soliciting”?

“Soliciting” is a noun.

Is “soliciting” a common word?

“Soliciting” is an uncommon word in modern English.