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卖淫 — meaning in English

mài yín

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English meaning

  • harlotry noun The trade of a harlot; prostitution.
  • prostitution noun The practice of engaging in sex in exchange for money or other payment.

Senses

卖淫 is used for these senses in English:

  • harlotry The trade of a harlot; prostitution.
  • prostitution Engaging in sexual activity with another person for pay.
  • sex work Any job in which sex or eroticism is involved, especially prostitution or pornography.

prostitution — full definition

  1. noun The practice of engaging in sex in exchange for money or other payment.
  2. noun The act of debasing oneself or one's talents for profit.