1 C1 slang
(Vulgar, offensive) To have casual sexual relations with many different people.
"The tabloid accused the celebrity of whoring around throughout her marriage."
inseparable
whore around
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
To engage in sexual activity with many different partners in a casual or indiscriminate way. Highly offensive and derogatory.
In plain English
To have sex with a lot of different people without caring about them. This word is very rude.
What does "whore around" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To act like a prostitute by going around having sex with many people.
Actually means
To have sex with a lot of different people without caring about them. This word is very rude.
Usage tip
This expression is vulgar and highly offensive. It is deeply derogatory and sexist in most contexts. ESL learners should be aware it exists but should avoid using it. 'Sleep around' is the neutral equivalent.
How to conjugate "whore around"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
whore around
I/you/we/they
3rd person
whores around
he/she/it
Past simple
whored around
yesterday
Past participle
whored around
have + pp
-ing form
whoring around
continuous
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