Phrase guide
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To become a prostitute; to turn to prostitution.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, euphemistic, obsolete
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
phrase
To receive public charity; to have one's living supported by public funding.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
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Synonyms: come upon the parish
Antonyms: none provided
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To make one's debut in town society; to become (known as) a man or woman about town.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
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