Slut: meaning, definitions and examples
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slut
[ slสt ]
derogatory term
The term 'slut' is often used as a derogatory label for a person, typically a woman, who is perceived to engage in promiscuous sexual behavior. It carries strong social stigma and is used to shame individuals for their sexual choices. The word reinforces negative stereotypes about sexuality and gender.
Synonyms
harlot, promiscuous person, prostitute
Examples of usage
- She was unfairly labeled a slut for her dating choices.
- The use of the term can be damaging to self-esteem.
- In some cultures, being called a slut can provoke severe backlash.
Translations
Translations of the word "slut" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vadia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเฅเคถเฅเคฏเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Schlampe
๐ฎ๐ฉ pelacur
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะปัะดั
๐ต๐ฑ dziwka
๐ฏ๐ต ในใฉใใ
๐ซ๐ท salope
๐ช๐ธ zorra
๐น๐ท orospu
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐฝ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุงูุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ dฤvka
๐ธ๐ฐ kurva
๐จ๐ณ ๅฆๅฅณ
๐ธ๐ฎ kurba
๐ฎ๐ธ hรณra
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะตะทำฉะบัะต
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ fahiลe
๐ฒ๐ฝ zorra
Etymology
The term 'slut' originates from the Old English word 'slวฃtta', which referred to a promiscuous woman. The usage of the word has evolved significantly over the centuries. In the 15th century, it was used more generally to describe a dirty or untidy person, regardless of gender. However, it became predominantly associated with women and sexual promiscuity. The feminist movement has highlighted the negative implications of the term, advocating for a re-examination of sexual labels and the stigma attached to womenโs sexual behavior. In recent years, there has been a push against the use of the word as a tool of misogyny, with campaigns such as 'slutwalks' aiming to reclaim the term and challenge societal norms around female sexuality.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #24,927, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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