noun
slut
sluht
noun
1
A derogatory term for a woman perceived as sexually promiscuous.
"The word has long been used to shame women for their sexuality."
2
By extension, any sexually promiscuous person, regardless of gender.
"Some younger speakers use "slut" jokingly among close friends."
How to Use Slut
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA crude, often deeply offensive word judging someone (usually a woman) for their sexual behavior.
When to use it
Highly vulgar and considered a serious insult in most contexts; some communities have tried to reclaim it (e.g. "SlutWalk" marches), but it remains offensive when used by others.
Word Forms
slutted past tense, sluts plural, sluts singular
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Etymology
From Middle English words for a dirty, slovenly, or messy person — usually a woman or maidservant — long before the word narrowed to its modern sexual meaning.