brothel

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a building where prostitutes are available

Etymology

Short for brothel-house (“house of prostitution”), from brothel (“a wretch; scoundrel; lecher; harlot; prostitute”) + house, influenced by bordel. For more on brothel (“a wretch”), see below.

In classic literature

Synonyms

whorehouse, bordello, bagnio, house of prostitution, house of ill repute, bawdyhouse, cathouse, sporting house

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