whore around
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To have sex with a lot of different people without caring about them. This word is very rude.
Literal meaning: To act like a prostitute by going around having sex with many people.
Meanings
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."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
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.
Forms
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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