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Harlot

H'ARLOT, noun

1. A woman who prostitutes her body for hire; a prostitute; a common woman.

2. In Scripture, one who forsakes the true God and worships idols. Isaiah 1:21.

3. A servant; a rogue; a cheat.

H'ARLOT, adjective Wanton; lewd; low; base.

H'ARLOT, verb intransitive To practice lewdness.